Vellarikka Manga Curry
My initial encounter with Vellarikka Manga Curry took place at my brother's home in Mumbai. I believe this curry holds the same significance for my sister-in-law as kachimoru does for me. I have a fondness for the sour flavor in any dish, and relishing this curry with rice was a delightful experience. Since then, I've incorporated it into my regular cooking routine.If you're searching for diverse gravy recipes to pair with rice on a daily basis, this recipe is a great choice. It's straightforward and provides a comforting culinary experience. I hope you consider giving it a try.
Ingredients
- 400- 450 gm Vellarikka (Golden Cucumber) (peeled and seeded and cubed, measured before cleaning)
- 1 Small – medium Raw mango (sliced, adjust the qty according to the sourness of the mango)
- 2-3 Green chilli (Slit lengthwise)
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 1/4 cup Grated coconut
- 1/4 tsp Jeera (cumin)
- 1/4 tsp Chopped garlic
- 2 Small / pearl onion (sliced)
- 1/2 – 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
- 4-5 Small / Pearl Onion (sliced)
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
- 2 Dry red chillies
- A pinch Turmeric and chilli powder
- Curry leaves
- Salt
- 2 tsp Coconut oil
Instructions
- Cook together cubed golden cucumber, sliced mango, green chilli, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder and salt with 2.5 cups water. Bring it to a boil and cook on lowest flame, till cucumber and mango becomes tender. Around 12 – 15 mins.
- Grind together grated coconut, cumin, 2 small onion, chopped garlic, coriander powder and 1/4 tsp turmeric powder with 1/2 cup water for 3-4 mins. Add another 1/2 cup water and grind for 3-4 mins till it becomes a smooth paste.
- Add 1/4 cup water to the coconut paste and mix well using a spatula. Add this to the cooked cucumber and mango. Mix well. Cook on low flame for 7 – 10 mins. Do not let it boil.
- Heat oil in a small pan and crackle the mustard seeds. Add sliced small onion, dry red chilli and curry leaves. Fry it till the onion becomes golden brown. Add a pinch of turmeric and chilli powder. Mix well and add to the curry. Let the curry rest for 15 minutes and serve with rice.
Notes
I think if you like, you can add some drumstick also in this curry. Cook it along with cucumber and raw mango.
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