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    Masala Kuzhambu | Chettinad Masala Kulambu

    January 30, 2012 by Sharmilee J 49 Comments

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    Masala Kuzhambu is a flavourful, yummy kuzhambu made by grinding onion, tomato & spices to a masala and simmering it with veggies & spice powders. Masala Kuzhambu is easy and tasty combo with rice. Masala Kuzhambu recipe posted here with step by step pictures.Chettinad Masala Kuzhambu Recipe

    PinOver the past weeks, life has changed so much. I am sure when I turn back over the years, I would be happy for the decision I’ve made. Yes as a fulltime mother, I am enjoying life!! 🙂 And to be true, I am more busy at home or I should say mittu is bc keeping me bc 😉 Even when the opportunities are more, when it comes to my lil one, she overrules everything and her happiness is more precious than anything else…… as to any mother.

    And as a add on, sharmis passions and sharmi clicks will keep me occupied and the word boredom will be slashed out……fingers crossed. Now onto todays recipe : I’ve been wanting to post this masala kuzhambu recipe since long but something or the other took priorities everytime amma makes this. Last time when amma made , I clicked with stepwise too.

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    Masala Kuzhambu | Masala Kulambu

    Masala Kulambu is a flavourful, yummy kuzhambu made by grinding onion, tomato & spices to a masala and simmering it with veggies & spice powders. Masala Kulambu is easy and tasty combo with rice. Masala Kuzhambu recipe posted here with step by step pictures.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Servings2
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 3 radish sliced
    • 1 tsp red chilli powder
    • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp coriander leaves chopped
    • salt for taste
    • 2 tsp oil

    To Grind:

    • 1/4 cup coconut
    • 1/4 tsp fennel seeds
    • 1 big onion chopped roughly
    • 1 tomato chopped roughly

    To Temper:

    • a small piece bay leaf
    • 1/4 inch piece cinnamon
    • 1/4 tsp fennel seeds
    • a handful small onions
    • 4 to 5 garlic pearls
    • few curry leaves

    Instructions

    • Heat 1/2 tsp of oil, add onion and tomato saute until nicely mushed up and raw smell tomatoes leaves.
    • Add this with coconut, fennel seeds and grind it. The grinding should be to a fine paste, set aside.
    • Heat remaining oil, add bayleaf, fennel seeds,cinnamon once it crackles add onion, garlic and curry leaves and saute for a minute until slightly browned.
    • Then add the sliced radish and saute for 2 mins.
    • Add chilli, coriander powder and saute for a minute.
    • Add 1/2 cup water and required salt.
    • Allow it to boil for 2mins, then add the grinded paste and allow it to boil until oil separates (this may take around 10mins).
    • Garnish with coriander leaves and switch off. Enjoy Masala Kulambu!

    Notes

    • You can add in any vegetable of you choice. Drumstick and brinjal will be apt for this curry.
    • No need to roast coconut, but amma says roasting also gives a nice flavour.
    • The consistency should be semi thick, but you can make it runny as per your preference.
    Nutrition Facts
    Masala Kuzhambu | Masala Kulambu
    Amount Per Serving (75 g)
    Calories 127 Calories from Fat 72
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 8g12%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Trans Fat 0.01g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 3g
    Sodium 997mg43%
    Potassium 358mg10%
    Carbohydrates 14g5%
    Fiber 4g17%
    Sugar 5g6%
    Protein 2g4%
    Vitamin A 1005IU20%
    Vitamin C 115mg139%
    Calcium 64mg6%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    How to make Masala Kuzhambu

    1. Heat 1/2 tsp of oil, add onion and tomato saute until nicely mushed up and raw smell tomatoes leaves. Then add this with coconut, fennel seeds and grind it.

    Chettinad Masala Kuzhambu Recipe - Step1

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    2. The grinding should be to a fine paste, set aside. Heat remaining oil, add bayleaf, fennel seeds,cinnamon once it crackles add onion, garlic and curry leaves and saute for a minute until slightly browned.
    Chettinad Masala Kuzhambu Recipe - Step2Pin
    3. Then add the sliced radish and saute for 2 mins. Then add chilli, coriander powder and saute for a minute. Add 1/2 cup water and required salt.
    Chettinad Masala Kuzhambu Recipe - Step3Pin
    4. Allow it to boil for 2mins, then add the grinded paste and allow it to boil until oil separates (this may take around 10mins). Garnish with coriander leaves and switch off.
    Chettinad Masala Kuzhambu Recipe - Step4Pin

    Masala kuzhambu is chettinad special and my favourite. I love it with rice and even dosas.
    Chettinad Masala Kuzhambu RecipePin

    Expert Tips

    • You can add in any vegetable of you choice. Drumstick and brinjal will be apt for this curry.
    • No need to roast coconut, but amma says roasting also gives a nice flavour.
    • The consistency should be semi thick, but you can make it runny as per your preference.
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    Comments

    1. Vardhini

      January 30, 2012 at 6:05 am

      Kuzhambu looks yummy. Yeah kids take priority always and totally agree on the part where we are more busy at home 🙂

      Reply
    2. jeyashrisuresh

      January 30, 2012 at 6:32 am

      Flavorful and yummy kuzhambhu. Love to have this with rice and papad

      Reply
    3. RAKS KITCHEN

      January 30, 2012 at 6:39 am

      I love this a lot, great recipe from ur mom,I will sure try this ,thanks for sharing the recipe….:)

      Reply
    4. Anonymous

      January 30, 2012 at 7:03 am

      Wow…at last masala curry is ready….r u working

      Reply
    5. Santosh Bangar

      January 30, 2012 at 7:30 am

      what a tempting delicious traditional dish
      try it soon

      Reply
    6. Kalpana Sareesh

      January 30, 2012 at 8:14 am

      Wow well done job ..full time at home ur Kid is blessed.. And this is bookmarked i love masala in kuzhambhu n this is too yumm looking..

      Reply
    7. NiVi

      January 30, 2012 at 9:01 am

      full spicy gravy … looks very yummy.. step wise clicks are very nice…

      Reply
    8. Chandrani

      January 30, 2012 at 9:37 am

      Masala gravy looks yummy….

      Reply
    9. Priyaa Ravichandran

      January 30, 2012 at 10:00 am

      Hello Sharmi, I love all the recipe you post every day atleast once i check for a new recipe and I try it at my kitchen. Please be posting new recipes like this. It tempts me to learn new dishes from your website.

      Reply
    10. Prathima Rao

      January 30, 2012 at 10:01 am

      Tempting & delish curry Sharmi..Hard to make tasty curries with mooli otherweise..This ones bookmarked!!!
      Prathima Rao
      Prats Corner

      Reply
    11. faseela

      January 30, 2012 at 10:22 am

      super inviting dish

      Reply
    12. Ramya Manja

      January 30, 2012 at 11:24 am

      Wow very inviting dish,sambar looks utterly delicious…

      Reply
    13. Sanjeeta kk

      January 30, 2012 at 11:37 am

      Oh..yum and tempting gravy!

      Reply
    14. Shilpakiran

      January 30, 2012 at 11:41 am

      i do prepare this ..but little different .. i like the way you have prepared .. thanks for sharing

      Reply
    15. ANU

      January 30, 2012 at 12:32 pm

      wow luv this version…luv chettinad as always

      Reply
    16. Hema

      January 30, 2012 at 2:07 pm

      The masala kuzhambu looks too good, love your clicks..

      Reply
    17. Happy Cook / Finla

      January 30, 2012 at 2:21 pm

      I have been a stay at home mom from the time when i had shyama, never regretted now she has grown up i remark to my hubby that i am glad i stayed home, but now she is off from home i do have too much free time , which i try to keep myself busy joining in some classes etc….
      Beuaitufl looking curry with what other vegetable can we make this curry if you don't use radishes.

      Reply
    18. Ramya Bala

      January 30, 2012 at 2:50 pm

      very very tempting….and i love anything ground fresh in curries…i have a masala kuzhambu :)- my MIL speciality

      Reply
    19. Priya

      January 30, 2012 at 3:18 pm

      Seriously cant take my eyes from ur irresistible clicks,super tempting masala kuzhambu..

      Reply
    20. Nalini's Kitchen

      January 30, 2012 at 3:55 pm

      Same pinch,made it yesterday with chick peas and drumstick..we do make it almost the same way except grinding the onion and tomato..Kulambhu looks so delicious and flavorful..

      Reply
    21. Anonymous

      January 30, 2012 at 3:57 pm

      Tht's a great decision Sharmi…Enjoy ur time with ur family and now that U've much more time to pursue ur passions, we all expect more from u now…;) 😆

      Talk to u soon…

      Dev

      Reply
    22. Hamaree Rasoi

      January 30, 2012 at 4:44 pm

      Delicious looking masala gravy.Amazing clicks.

      Deepa
      Hamaree Rasoi

      Reply
    23. Hyma

      January 30, 2012 at 5:17 pm

      perfect recipe!

      Reply
    24. schmetterlingwords

      January 30, 2012 at 5:48 pm

      Lovely masala gravy. I think this would pair well with aappams 🙂

      Reply
    25. Reva

      January 30, 2012 at 6:13 pm

      That is one amazing curry…:) I love Chettinad dishes and this is lovely..
      Enjoy your time with your family and your little angel…Only they fulfill our lives in more ways than one..:))
      Awesome Sharmi…
      Reva

      Reply
    26. vrinda

      January 30, 2012 at 6:30 pm

      Delicious kuzhambu n lovely clicks..

      Reply
    27. Reshmi Mahesh

      January 30, 2012 at 8:03 pm

      Masala Kuzhambu looks yummy…Thats really great…I have always felt that kids need us more…Dont worry..your kid will keep u buzzzzy….

      Reply
    28. Suja Manoj

      January 30, 2012 at 8:24 pm

      Flavorful and yummy dish,perfect with rice..

      Reply
    29. Sobha Shyam

      January 30, 2012 at 9:03 pm

      very delicious curry, looks yummy..

      Reply
    30. sangee vijay

      January 30, 2012 at 10:32 pm

      chettinad masala kuzhambu looks so inviting…nice recipe n thanks for sharing!!

      Spicy Treats
      OnGoing Event ~ Dish It Out-Brinjal n Garlic

      Reply
    31. Alpana

      January 30, 2012 at 10:34 pm

      Such a delectable dish……..beautiful colours too.

      Reply
    32. Anu

      January 30, 2012 at 11:11 pm

      May be mittu will be more happy than anyone else. Delicious gravy.

      Reply
    33. divya

      January 30, 2012 at 11:23 pm

      simply superb…i'm drooling over here.

      Reply
    34. Namitha

      January 30, 2012 at 11:48 pm

      I love all the chettinadu preparations ! this looks wonderful

      Reply
    35. Priya Sreeram

      January 31, 2012 at 12:56 am

      nice pics; hey there is agiveaway in my blog- check it out !

      Reply
    36. Home Cooked Oriya Food

      January 31, 2012 at 2:53 am

      yummy curry! love the clicks…

      Reply
    37. Mamatha Pabba

      January 31, 2012 at 3:56 am

      God bless you Sharmi, and regards to your mom for sharing these wonderful homely recipes, here sitting at this wonderland far away from our home town……….. it really makes me feel homesick but going through yr blog and trying out each every recipe keep my spirits high, looks forward for a new post. I admire your presentation.
      Keep up the good work girl……

      Reply
    38. Shabitha Karthikeyan

      January 31, 2012 at 5:24 am

      Wonderful gravy !!!Looks homey..

      Reply
    39. Priyas Feast

      January 31, 2012 at 10:51 am

      One of my fav kulambu,Sounds so easy and yummy to taste

      Reply
    40. rekhas kitchen

      January 31, 2012 at 12:34 pm

      A big thanks to your Mom Sharmi Kuzhambu looks so tempting will sure give atry to this recipe bookmarked.

      Reply
    41. Sudha Sabarish

      January 31, 2012 at 2:09 pm

      Wow nice recipe and thanks for sharing.Will try soon.

      Reply
    42. Pavithra Elangovan

      January 31, 2012 at 3:02 pm

      Sharmi love the recipe a lot.. Kandippa indha vaaram try panittu solren offcourse no doubt it comes out super yumm 🙂 Say thanks to ur mom.

      Reply
    43. Gopika Ram

      February 01, 2012 at 2:36 am

      Wow.. thats an awesome recipe.. 🙂 A huge thanks to your mum

      Reply
    44. uma shankar

      February 01, 2012 at 8:06 am

      Never heard of this before will surely try!

      Reply
    45. manjooo

      February 01, 2012 at 9:38 pm

      wow!! creamy gravy…goes very well with rice 🙂

      Reply
    46. noodlehead

      March 03, 2012 at 8:30 am

      Just had this for lunch. Superb! My veggie-hating 5yo took second helpings of radish and she wants me to make it "everyday" 🙂 Thank you for another winning recipe, Sharmi!

      P.S. I used the Currimbhoy ramekins for a dinner party last week and everyone wanted to know where they were from!! Thanks for that!

      Reply
    47. Sharmilee! :)

      March 03, 2012 at 10:26 am

      @Noodlehead : I am really glad to hear that your kid liked it.Haha I know ramekins are cute looking and grabs everyones attention at first sight itself 🙂

      Reply
    48. Pappu

      July 09, 2012 at 12:09 pm

      Luvely kuzhambu.just made it today for lunch with fish fry.hope hubby likes it.thanks for all the luvely recipes u post sharmi 🙂

      Reply
    49. Philomina Priyadarshni Premchand

      November 02, 2015 at 4:01 pm

      Delicious recipe.. My periyaamma used to do this and it will be very tasty..
      Thanks for sharing ur recipe.. 🙂

      Reply
    50. Yamuna

      March 07, 2023 at 10:05 pm

      Came out very well. My kids n hubby liked it. I like to get more curry recipes.
      Thank you

      Reply

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