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Breadfruit Curry RecipeIngredients1 medium breadfruit1 cup grated coconut4-5 garlic cloves1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)2-3 g...
07/19/2024

Breadfruit Curry Recipe
Ingredients
1 medium breadfruit
1 cup grated coconut
4-5 garlic cloves
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
2-3 green chilies
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp red chili powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1-2 dry red chilies
1 sprig curry leaves
1 medium onion, finely chopped
Salt to taste
Water as needed
Instructions
Prepare Breadfruit:

Peel the breadfruit and cut it into medium-sized cubes.
Rinse the pieces in water and set them aside.
Make Coconut Paste:

In a blender, add 1 cup grated coconut, 4-5 garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin seeds, and 2-3 green chilies.
Add a little water and blend to a smooth paste. Set aside.
Cook Breadfruit:

In a large pot, add the cubed breadfruit.
Add enough water to cover the pieces and bring to a boil.
Add 1 tsp turmeric powder and a little salt. Cook until the breadfruit is tender but not mushy.
Prepare Curry Base:

In another pot, heat 1 tbsp coconut oil over medium flame.
Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add 1-2 dry red chilies and a sprig of curry leaves. Sauté briefly.
Add 1 medium chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add Spices:

Add 1 tsp red chili powder and 1 tbsp coriander powder to the onions. Sauté for a minute.
Combine:

Add the cooked breadfruit pieces to the curry base.
Add the coconut paste and mix well.
Add enough water to reach the desired consistency.
Bring to a boil and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Adjust Seasoning:

Check and adjust salt as needed.
Serve:

Turn off the flame and let the curry rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the breadfruit curry hot with rice, roti, or any bread of your choice. Enjoy!

https://draft.blogger.com/blog/posts/596676133037476424?hl=en

Horse Gram Curry RecipeIngredients1 cup horse gram6 shallots/small onions1 cup grated coconut6 garlic cloves2 green chil...
07/19/2024

Horse Gram Curry Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup horse gram
6 shallots/small onions
1 cup grated coconut
6 garlic cloves
2 green chilies
1½ tsp red chili powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
2 tbsp coconut oil
½ tsp peppercorns
1 tsp mustard seeds
4 red chilies
3 sprigs of curry leaves
Salt to taste
Water as needed
Instructions
Dry Roast Horse Gram:

Heat a thick-bottomed pan over medium flame.
Add 1 cup of horse gram and stir continuously, dry roasting for 3-4 minutes.
Turn off the flame and transfer the roasted horse gram into a bowl.
Wash and Soak:

Wash the horse gram 3-4 times to remove stones and dirt.
Soak it in water for 5 hours.
Pressure Cook Horse Gram:

Transfer the soaked horse gram into a pressure cooker.
Add enough water to cover the horse gram.
Add 1 tsp of red chili powder, ½ tsp of turmeric powder, a few curry leaves, and a little salt.
Close the lid and pressure cook over medium flame for 5 whistles.
Prepare Coconut Paste:

In a blender, add 1 cup grated coconut, 2 green chilies, 6 shallots, 5 garlic cloves, 1 sprig of curry leaves, ½ tsp peppercorns, 1 tsp cumin seeds, and ½ tsp turmeric powder.
Add a little water and coarse grind the mixture. Set aside.
Cook Coconut Paste:

Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a thick-bottomed pan over medium flame.
Add the coconut paste and sauté until the raw smell of garlic disappears.
Blend Horse Gram:

Once the pressure cooker cools down, open it and allow it to cool slightly.
Take 2 ladles of the boiled horse gram along with some gravy and blend until smooth.
Add the blended mixture back into the pressure cooker and mix well.
Combine and Boil:

Add the remaining boiled horse gram into the pan with the coconut paste.
Add a little more water if needed and mix well.
Boil the mixture for 2 minutes.
Check and adjust salt as required.
Turn off the flame.
Prepare Tempering:

Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a thick-bottomed pan over medium flame.
Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add ½ cup finely chopped shallots and sauté until translucent.
Add 4 chopped red chilies and 2 sprigs of curry leaves. Sauté briefly and turn off the flame.
Add ½ tsp red chili powder and mix well.
Final Steps:

Add the tempering mixture to the horse gram curry and mix well.
Serve:

Your horse gram curry is now ready. It goes well with rice. Enjoy!

https://tastingtaless.blogspot.com/2024/07/horse-gram-curry-recipe.html

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