Noolkol Kuruma Recipe
Noolkol Kuruma- A flavorsome curry that uses Kohlrabi (noolkol) in a coconut and fresh spice based paste. Pairs well with roti, dosa, poori and idli
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Noolkol Kohlrabi 2 medium peeled and cubed
- Frozen or fresh peas 1/2 c Thaw if using frozen.
- Onion 1/2 c finely choppped
- Tomato 1/2 c finely chopped
- Oil 1 tbsp
- Bay leaf 1
- Cloves 1
- Cinnamon stick 1 small piece
- Green cardamom 1
- Turmeric powder 1 tsp
- Coriander powder 1 tsp
- Garam masala powder 1/2 tsp
- Red chili powder 1 tsp
- Salt to taste
- Water 1 c
- Coriander leaves for garnish
- To grind together:
- Coconut 3 tbsp freshly grated
- Fennel seeds 1/2 tsp
- Cumin seeds 1 tsp
- Green chili 2
- Garlic clove 3
- Ginger 1 tsp chopped finely
- Cashews 4
- Water 1/2 c
Instructions
- Peel and cube noolkol. Place in a pan without any water. Now, pressure cook this for 3 whistles. Let pressure release on its own. Remove and set aside.
- Grind together coconut, green chili, cumin, fennel, garlic cloves, cashews and ginger in a blender to a smooth paste. Set aside.
- Heat a pan with oil. Add the whole spices and wait for them to crackle.
- Once they crackle, add onion and saute till pink and soft.
- When onions are cooked, add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder and coriander powder.
- Saute for 30 secs. Add the ground paste, tomatoes and mix well. Saute for 2 to 3 mins.
- Add a cup of water. Mix well. Simmer for 5 to 6 mins until raw smell of the paste goes away.
- Add the cooked noolkol, peas and salt.
- Mix well. Simmer for 3-4 mins.
- Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.
Notes
I have used frozen peas in this recipe.
Fresh peas can also be used.
But in that case, make sure to cook the peas along with the kohlrabi
Fresh peas can also be used.
But in that case, make sure to cook the peas along with the kohlrabi
For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes
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Disclaimer
Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.
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