Masala paste preparation
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firstly, in a pan dry roast 2 tbsp peanut on low flame until the peanuts turn crisp.
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now add 2 tbsp sesame, 2 tbsp dry coconut, 2 tsp poppy seeds.
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roast until the spices turn aromatic.
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cool completely and blend to a fine powder without adding water.
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now add ½ cup water and blend to smooth paste. keep aside.
How to make andhra style mulakkada curry
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firstly, in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil. splutter 1 tsp mustard, 1 tsp cumin, pinch hing and few curry leaves.
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add 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and saute until onions change colour.
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further keeping the flame on low, add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp garam masala and 1 tsp salt.
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saute until the spices turn aromatic.
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further, add 2 tomato and saute until tomatoes turn soft and mushy releasing oil.
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add in the prepared masala paste and cook well.
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cook until the oil separates from the masala paste.
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now add 20 pieces drumstick and mix well.
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add 1 cup water and adjust the consistency.
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cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the drumstick is cooked well absorbing the flavour.
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keep mixing in between to prevent from burning and continue to cook until oil separates.
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finally, add 2 tbsp coriander and mix well. enjoy drumstick curry with roti or rice.
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Notes
- firstly, make sure to roast the spices on low flame to prevent them from burning.
- also, be generous in adding oil as it helps to make curry tasty.
- additionally, if you are looking to skip tomatoes, then add tamarind extract.
- finally, drumstick curry recipe tastes great when prepared with fresh drumsticks.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/drumstick-curry-recipe-muringayila-curry/