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    Kumbakonam Kadappa

    Last Updated On: Jun 6, 2024 by Sharmilee J

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    Kumbakonam Kadappa is a native side dish which is very mild made by cooking mashed potatoes with moong dal & tempered spices. Kumbakonam Kadappa is a wonderful combo with ldly, Dosa, Uttapam etc. Follow the step by step pictures and video to make Kumbakonam Kadappa Recipe.

    Kumbakonam Kadappa Recipe

    Kumbakonam Kadappa is a flavorful and aromatic side dish for Idli, Dosa, Poori, Chapathi, Uttapam etc. It is usually served in hotels along with idli, uttapam etc. This dish is a unique side dish for its flavors and taste.

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    • What is Kumbakonam Kadappa?
    • Kadappa Video
    • Kadappa Ingredients
    • How to make Kadappa Step by Step
    • Expert Tips
    • Storing & Serving Suggestion
    • FAQS
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    What is Kumbakonam Kadappa?

    Kadappa is a special stew made with moong dal, potatoes, whole spices and coconut. Kadappa is popularly known as Kumkakonam Kadappa. Kadappa is a flavorful and aromatic sidedish for idli, dosa, poori, chapathi, uttapam etc. It is served in most hotels there and orginated from Kumbakonam – Thanjavur region.

    Kumbakonam Kadappa tastes more like white kurma but with the addition of moong dal makes the gravy more creamy and tasty. Kadappa is very simple and easy to make and tastes best with idli dosa.

    Kadappa is known for its masala flavor which goes well with almost all tiffin items. This coconut based gravy is so flavorful and is a perfect accompaniment for hot idlis.

    I vaguely remember tasting Kadappa at Thanjavur once. First I was surprised to hear the name Kadappa as I could associate the name only with the stone variety, haha yes. Few weeks back when I was conversing with my sister in law, she asked to post Kadappa Recipe – recipes requested by friends and relatives are always special to me. So here is the Kumbakonam Kadappa Recipe for you all too.

    Kumbakonam Kadappa Recipe

    Kadappa Video

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    Kadappa Ingredients

    • Moong Dal – Use split yellow moong dal for this recipe as it gives a creaminess and texture to this gravy.
    • Coconut & Spices – Coconut along with fried gram dal, fennel seeds, garlic and green chilies are grind together to a slightly coarse paste. Always use fresh coconut for best flavor.
    • Potato – Potatoes should be cooked soft but not too mushy, just mash it roughly.
    • Spices – Whole spices including cinnamon, stone flower, cloves, fennel seeds and bay leaf are added.
    • Onion, Tomato – Onion is a must for this dish as to any gravy variety. But tomato is optional, but I felt it gives a balanced tanginess.
    kadappa ingredients

    How to make Kadappa Step by Step

    1.Rinse 1/4 cup moong dal well and add it to a pressure cooker.

    rinse moong dal

    2.Add water till immersing level.

    add water to it

    3.Place 2 potatoes cut into half, inside a bowl, add water to it. Place it inside like shown.

    add potatoes

    4.Close with a lid.

    close with lid

    5.Pressure cook in medium flame for 3-4 whistles.

    pressure cook for 3-4 whistles

    6.Open and remove the lid. Place the bowl containing potatoes aside.

    boiled potatoes

    7.Mash dal well and set aside.

    mash dal well

    8.Mash potatoes roughly. Now moong dal and potatoes are ready.

    dal and potatoes are ready

    9.To a mixer jar add 1/2 cup coconut, 2 nos garlic, 2 small green chilies, 3 tablespoon fried gram dal, 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds along with little water.

    add ingredients to mixer for grinding

    10.Grind it to a slightly coarse paste. Set aside.

    grind it to a coarse paste

    11.In a pot – heat 1 tablespoon oil – add 1 one inch cinnamon, 2 small cloves, a small piece stone flower, 1 small bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds and few curry leaves. Give a quick saute.

    temper the items

    12.Add onion, along with required salt fry until transparent.

    add onions, saute until transparent

    13.Add 2 tablespoon chopped tomatoes saute until mushy.

    add tomatoes, saute until mushy

    14.Add 2 cups water and let it boil for 2 mins at least.

    add water

    15.Now add coconut paste.

    add coconut paste

    16.Rinse mixer with 1/2 cup water and add it.

    rinse with water and add it

    17.Boil for 5-7 minutes or until raw smell leaves.

    boil until raw smell leaves

    18.Give a quick mix and simmer.

    simmer for few mins

    19.Now add roughly mashed potatoes.

    add roughly mashed potatoes

    20.Add mashed moong dal.

    add mashed moong dal

    21.Give a quick mix. Adjust consistency if its too thick add little more water. Mine was apt so did not add water. Let this cook for another 5 more mins.

    give a quick mix

    22.Finally garnish with 1 tablespoon coriander leaves and few curry leaves. Give a quick mix and switch off. It will thicken with time so switch off when it is still runny.

    add coriander leaves, curry leaves mix well.

    Serve with hot idli.

    Kumbakonam Kadappa Recipe

    Expert Tips

    • Adding tomatoes is optional but I recommend adding it for the mild tangy flavor it gives. You can skip tomatoes and add lemon juice instead.
    • Since we add potatoes, moong dal and coconut mixture which forms the base of the gravy, spices should be balanced well else the gravy will be bland.
    • This gravy gives more volume so best to make and serve when you have guests at home.
    • This gravy thickens with time so switch off when it is still runny so that it will perfect while serving time.

    Variations

    • You can skip tomatoes and add lemon juice instead.
    • You can add 2-4 cashews along with grinding ingredients for a rich taste.
    • You can even add mixed vegetables to make it look more colorful. However the traditional kadappa does not use vegetables.

    Storing & Serving Suggestion

    Kadappa goes well with almost all tiffin items like idli, dosa uttapam etc. Kadappa keeps well only for a day in room temperature as it includes coconut. Refrigerate it for later use and reheat with microwave or stove top before use.

    FAQS

    1.What can I serve Kadappa with?

    Kadappa can be served with idli, dosa, uttapam, puri, chapathi etc.

    2.What is the shelf life of Kadappa?

    Kadappa keeps well in room temperature only for a day. But if refrigerated keeps well for 2 days. Reheat and serve.

    Kadappa in a ladle

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    Kumbakonam Kadappa

    Kumbakonam Kadappa is a native side dish which is very mild made by cooking mashed potatoes with moong dal & tempered spices. Kumbakonam Kadappa is a wonderful combo with ldly, Dosa etc. How to make Kumbakonam Kadappa is explained in this post with step by step pictures and video.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Servings2 people
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 1/4 cup moong dal
    • 2 small potato
    • 2 medium sized big onion sliced
    • 2 tablespoon tomatoes finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon coriander leaves chopped finely
    • salt to taste

    To grind :

    • 1/2 cup grated coconut
    • 3 tablespoon fried gram dal
    • 2 numbers garlic small pearls
    • 2 small green chilli
    • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds

    To temper:

    • 1 tablespoon oil
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • one 1 inch cinnamon
    • 2 numbers cloves
    • 1 small bay leaf
    • a sprig curry leaves
    • a small piece stone flower
    • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
    • 2 cups water + needed

    Instructions

    • Rinse 1/4 cup moong dal well and add it to a pressure cooker.
    • Add water till immersing level.
    • Place 2 potatoes cut into half, inside a bowl, add water to it. Place it inside like shown.
    • Close with a lid.
    • Pressure cook in medium flame for 3-4 whistles.
    • Open and remove the lid. Place the bowl containing potatoes aside.
    • Mash dal well and set aside.
    • Mash potatoes roughly. Now moong dal and potatoes are ready.
    • To a mixer jar add 1/2 cup coconut, 2 nos garlic, 2 small green chillies, 3 tablespoon fried gram dal, 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds along with little water.
    • Grind it to a slightly coarse paste. Set aside.
    • In a pot heat 1 tablespoon oil – add 1 one inch cinnamon, 2 smallcloves, a small piece stone flower, 1 small bayleaf, 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds and few curry leaves. Give a quick saute.
    • Add onion, along with required salt fry until transparent.
    • Add 2 tablespoon chopped tomatoes saute until mushy.
    • Add 2 cups water and let it boil for 2 mins atleast.
    • Now add coconut paste.
    • Rinse mixer with 1/2 cup water and add it.
    • Boil for 5-7 mins or until raw smell leaves.
    • Give a quick mix and simmer.
    • Now add roughly mashed potatoes.
    • Add mashed moong dal.
    • Give a quick mix. Adjust consistency if its too thick add little more water. Mine was apt so did not add water. Let this cook for another 5 more mins.
    • Finally garnish with 1 tablespoon coriander leaves and few curry leaves. Give a quick mix and switch off. Kumbakonam Kadappa will thicken with time so switch off when it is still runny.

    Video

    Notes

    • Adding tomatoes is optional but I recommend adding it for the mild tangy flavor it gives. You can skip tomatoes and add lemon juice instead.
    • Since we add potatoes, moong dal and coconut mixture which forms the base of the gravy, spices should be balanced well else the gravy will be bland.
    • This gravy gives more volume so best to make and serve when you have guests at home.
    • This gravy thickens with time so switch off when it is still runny so that it will perfect while serving time.
    Nutrition Facts
    Kumbakonam Kadappa
    Amount Per Serving (100 g)
    Calories 564 Calories from Fat 198
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 22g34%
    Saturated Fat 13g81%
    Trans Fat 0.03g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
    Monounsaturated Fat 6g
    Sodium 225mg10%
    Potassium 1241mg35%
    Carbohydrates 77g26%
    Fiber 20g83%
    Sugar 10g11%
    Protein 18g36%
    Vitamin A 396IU8%
    Vitamin C 151mg183%
    Calcium 120mg12%
    Iron 5mg28%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Aarthi

      August 13, 2013 at 4:14 pm

      wow..my mouth is watering seeing it..

      Reply
    2. Shweet Spicess

      August 13, 2013 at 4:29 pm

      this is something new 🙂 I miss took kadappa with a place at 1st

      Reply
    3. Hamaree Rasoi

      August 13, 2013 at 5:00 pm

      Delicious and comforting side dish for idlis.
      Deepa

      Reply
    4. Krithi Karthi

      August 13, 2013 at 5:01 pm

      Yumm… nicely done… gonna try your version soon.. I too have one in drafts..

      Reply
    5. Priya Suresh

      August 13, 2013 at 7:34 pm

      Kadappa with idlies are my favourite, have to make some soon.

      Reply
    6. Sangeetha M

      August 13, 2013 at 10:58 pm

      my most fav side for idli…looks so tempting, i too make it similar way 🙂 inviting pics sharmi!

      Reply
    7. Raks anand

      August 14, 2013 at 3:02 am

      I love it very much, long time since made this, thanks for remembering 🙂

      Reply
    8. Ramya Krishnamurthy

      August 14, 2013 at 3:08 am

      best side dish for idli.simply delicious

      Reply
    9. AparnaRajeshkumar

      August 14, 2013 at 3:45 am

      this one is too good !:) i have tasted many times in kumbakonam itself!

      Reply
    10. Veena Theagarajan

      August 14, 2013 at 5:47 am

      I love it .. Reminds me of my college hostel

      Reply
    11. indianspicemagic

      August 14, 2013 at 12:02 pm

      Sharmi i prepared this today morning and the taste was really good.

      Reply
    12. Sona S

      August 15, 2013 at 2:29 am

      Wow, looks very delicious.

      Reply
    13. Sathya...

      August 15, 2013 at 2:07 pm

      Hi Sharmi, Happy Independence Day… Today tried Kadappa for Idli's, My Hubby luved it… Thanks for the receipe…

      Reply
    14. prabhamadhan

      August 15, 2013 at 5:10 pm

      Hi Sharmi I recently mailed u a recipe request can u chk ur mail and reply me .it would be nice to hear from you.

      Reply
    15. Sundara Moorthy

      July 07, 2015 at 3:53 pm

      promising dish..
      tasted realy goooooooooddd..
      today's dinner = a class.. idli and kadappa.. tastes awesome

      Reply
    16. shafy

      September 22, 2015 at 6:35 pm

      Really vry vry tasty…

      Reply
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