Thakkali Muringakka Curry (Tomato Drumstick Curry)
This is a relatively straightforward curry. I'll be honest—I've employed my Vellarikka Manga recipe here and simply replaced Vellarikka & Manga with Tomato & Drumstick ;)Thakkali Charu was a regular feature at my Ammachi's place. Introducing drumstick imparts an additional flavor, making it a clever way to incorporate this vegetable into your diet.
Ingredients
- 2 big Tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 large Drumstick (cut lengthwise)
- 2-3 Green chilli (Slit lengthwise)
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 3/4 – 1 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 sliced tomatoes, drumsticks, 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 tomatoes and drumstick 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 tomato and drumstick. 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.
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