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    Kadala Curry Recipe

    August 5, 2013 by Sharmilee J 36 Comments

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    Kadala Curry is a tasty, lovely gravy made by cooking kadala (black chana) with tempered spices, onion & tomato. Kadala Curry is a popular Kerala cuisine dish relished as an accompaniment for Puttu and can be had with rice & tiffin as well. Kadala Curry Recipe is explained in this post with step by step pictures.Kerala Kadala Curry Recipe

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    Puttu Kadala curry is one of my ever favorite Kerala breakfast recipes. I have already posted a version of kadala curry earlier but my search for a perfect Kerala Kadala Curry recipe which comes close to the one tasted at Alleppey finally ends here.Yes I have tried many versions and when I was on a casual talk with my friend who is from Kerala, she gave me this recipe and it came out pretty close to the one I tasted at Kerala so this is going to be my keeper.

    There are certain times in life when silly things rule over you…the same thing happened to me few weeks back…A small issue with the site broke me into pieces….I stressed myself working without sleep,reduced my intakes thinking of the issue all the time…everything else took a backseat…my mind was totally paralysed…….Still the issue has not yet resolved but the incident made me realise nothing is worth it when compared to our health, happiness and family.

    I didnt expect someone to fix the issue but that motivation factor, a small pat on the back….a back voice whispering everything is soon going to be ok….even if doesnt dont worry that is not the end at all….those words were much needed at that time and am happy I have few friends who are there for me with me whenever I needed them.
    Wish me good luck ya will you?! 🙂 Now lets get on to the recipe.
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    Kadala Curry

    Kadala Curry is a tasty, lovely gravy made by cooking kadala (black chana) with tempered spices, onion & tomato. Kadala Curry is a popular Kerala cuisine dish relished as an accompaniment for Puttu and can be had with rice & tiffin as well. Kadala Curry Recipe is explained in this post with step by step pictures.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Soaking Time8 hrs
    Total Time8 hrs 30 mins
    Servings2
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 3/4 cup black chana
    • 5 small onion
    • 2 medium sized tomatoes chopped roughly
    • 1 tsp red chilli powder
    • 1.5 tsp coriander powder
    • 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
    • 1 tsp oil
    • salt to taste

    TO ROAST AND GRIND:

    • 1/2 cup coconut
    • 2 red chillies
    • 1 tbsp coriander seeds

    TO TEMPER:

    • 2 tsp oil
    • 1 tsp mustard seeds
    • a sprig curry leaves
    • 5 small onion optional
    • 1/2 tsp jeera

    Instructions

    • Soak black chana overnight and pressure cook for 6-7 whistles or until soft. Don't drain water, set aside.
    • In a pressure cooker heat oil add tomatoes and onions, fry till mushy and raw smell of tomatoes leave.
    • Then add red chilli powder, coriander powder and garam masala powders.
    • Fry till raw smell of spice powders leave, add required salt then add chana along with water and pressure cook for 1 whistle(this step is purely optional) – but I recommend doing so as it makes the chana soft and blend with the masalas well.
    • Heat a pan and add the ingredients listed under ‘to roast & grind’.
    • Roast till nicely browned to a darker shade. Then transfer it to a mixer, add little water and grind to a smooth paste.
    • Add the paste to the gravy (add water it its too thick)and let it boil for 3mins. Then heat oil in a tadka pan – add the items listed under ‘to temper’ let it splutter. Fry till onions turn golden brown.
    • Add the tadka to the gravy – I transferred it to the pan at this stage as I needed my pressure cooker for making the puttu :). Adjust salt….
    • Allow it to boil till the curry thickens to the desired consistency. Switch it off.
    • Serve Kadala Curry hot with puttu, the best combination or with appams.

    Notes

    • Make sure you dry roast the ingredients listed to nice dark brown.
    • You can even skip small onion while tempering.
    • Pressure cooking chana along with the masala gives a great blend and flavour too. But if you don't prefer pressure cooking then allow it to boil for 5mins then go to the next step.
    • Adding coconut milk at the final stage gives a great flavour.
    • Instead of garam masala you can even roast and grind whole spices (cinnamon, cloves, cardamom) along with coconut.
    Nutrition Facts
    Kadala Curry
    Amount Per Serving (100 g)
    Calories 478 Calories from Fat 153
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 17g26%
    Saturated Fat 7g44%
    Trans Fat 0.03g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
    Monounsaturated Fat 5g
    Sodium 1977mg86%
    Potassium 817mg23%
    Carbohydrates 72g24%
    Fiber 26g108%
    Sugar 15g17%
    Protein 16g32%
    Vitamin A 1873IU37%
    Vitamin C 154mg187%
    Calcium 230mg23%
    Iron 6mg33%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Kadala Curry Recipe Step by Step

    1. Soak black channa overnight and pressure cook for 6-7 whistles or until soft.Dont drain water, set aside.In a pressure cooker heat oil add tomatoes and onions, fry till mushy and raw smell of toamtoes leave.Then add red chilli powder, coriander powder and garam masala powders.Kadala Curry Recipe - Step1Pin
    2. Fry till raw smell of spice powders leave, add required salt then add channa along with water and pressure cook for 1 whistle(this step is purely optional) – but I recommend doing so as it makes the channa soft and blend with the masalas well. Heat a pan and add the ingredients listed under ‘to roast & grind’.Kadala Curry Recipe - Step2Pin
    3. Roast till nicely browned to a darker shade.Then transfer it to a mixer,add little water and grind to a smooth paste.Kadala Curry Recipe - Step3Pin
    4. Add the paste to the gravy (add water it its too thick)and let it boil for 3mins. Then heat oil in a tadka pan – add the items listed under ‘to temper’ let it splutter.Fry till onions turn golden brown.Kadala Curry Recipe - Step4Pin
    5. Add the tadka to the gravy  – I transferred it to the pan at this stage as I needed my pressure cooker for making the puttu :). Adjust salt….Allow it to boil till the curry thickens to the desired consistency.Switch it off.Kadala Curry Recipe - Step5Pin

    Serve hot with puttu, the best combination or with appams.
    Puttu Kadala Curry - Kerala Style

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    Expert Tips

    • Make sure you dry roast the ingredients listed to nice dark brown.
    • You can even skip small onion while tempering.
    • Pressure cooking chana along with the masala gives a great blend and flavour too.But if you dont prefer pressure cooking then allow it  to boil for 5mins then go to the next step.
    • Adding coconut milk at the final stage gives a great flavour.
    • Instead of garam masala you can even roast and grind whole spices(cinnamon,cloves,cardamom) along with coconut.

    Puttu Kadala Curry RecipePin

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    Comments

    1. AparnaRajeshkumar

      August 05, 2013 at 11:35 am

      sharmi ! feel bad that u took the issue so seriously ! Life has up and down Do not worry ! if something comes down Be happy because u are going to learn ! as well as u are going to get a good thing ! Life has to go on right ? health , happiness and family are our priority ! Pls Come back with Bang ! i am sure and wish and pray for your all good things ! Hugs !

      Reply
    2. Aarthi

      August 05, 2013 at 11:42 am

      This looks so yum, i have never tried this combo.Should try soon.

      Reply
    3. Veena Theagarajan

      August 05, 2013 at 12:04 pm

      looks so yum! I love this.. Nothing more important than family and health.. All is well! Whatever happens is good for us.. Everything will be back to normal soon.. All the best.. take your time to settle the issues.. Take care

      Reply
    4. Sowmya

      August 05, 2013 at 12:08 pm

      All your recipes are great and I learnt so many recipes from you more than from my mother. I really appreciate your dedication towards cooking and wish to continue many years. Thanks a lot…..

      Reply
    5. Ramya Narayanan

      August 05, 2013 at 12:23 pm

      U know what… Cooking should be in such a way that ,it inspires others to cook. Ur cooking with the lovely presentation and clicks will inspire anyone to cook… Great work….!!.. luv ur blog…

      Reply
      • Unknown

        March 21, 2014 at 8:56 am

        U r correct.I was inspired by my mother-in-law and inspired many if my friends.

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    6. Priya Suresh

      August 05, 2013 at 12:57 pm

      Love to finish that whole plate rite now,irresistible curry too.

      Reply
    7. Shanthi

      August 05, 2013 at 1:20 pm

      lovely recipe..very tempting… Every problem has its own solution…relax first and then think about the problem…you will definitely get right solution…life is to enjoy not to feel about problems…cool..

      Reply
    8. lekshmy natarajan

      August 05, 2013 at 2:39 pm

      Heyyy Sharmi..I am a puttu kadala fan myself..n ur pics look AWESONE..n dont worry..whatever issues u have with ur site..will get ok soon..coz u r doing a great deal of good and hard work here…so neither can we nor can u afford to see any damage happening to his wonderful blog..GOOD LUCK..GOOD GOING..CHEEEEEERS!!!!!!!

      Reply
    9. Zareena

      August 05, 2013 at 4:07 pm

      Putti pappadam mandala curry is a great combination which my husband likes a lot. Nice snaps Sharmi…

      Reply
    10. Srimathi Mani

      August 05, 2013 at 5:14 pm

      Sharmi, this blog is important, but not as important as your peace. This problem you face too shall pass. So hang in there.

      Reply
    11. Suja Manoj

      August 05, 2013 at 5:22 pm

      My favorite breakfast,yummy..

      Reply
    12. sujatha umesh

      August 05, 2013 at 5:46 pm

      hello sharmi….hope u find a solution to ur problem…….u have a great blog….keep going….:)

      Reply
    13. Vimitha Anand

      August 05, 2013 at 6:27 pm

      Everything are passing clouds… life wil be back to normal soon. dont worry. TC.. This combo is my favorite… missing it

      Reply
    14. manjooo

      August 05, 2013 at 7:41 pm

      At my in-laws place in North Kerala, they prepare the kadala curry this way. And we have along with neer dosa…Just feel like making this soon..thanks for this recipe
      long way to go lady…u always get motivated over here…so keep posting…god bless

      Reply
    15. mymoon raheema

      August 05, 2013 at 7:44 pm

      Oh my god..I was searching for good kadala curry since a year….finally I got it.Thank u soo much akka for dis wonderful receipe.will gve a try soon.
      Akka dont worry for anything,If some things wont work means,it is d tym for rest.I usually think like dis….funnyyy?
      Just b cool akka,everythng will b alright.
      I love the way of ur cooking and presentations….u always rockssssssss

      Reply
      • Sundari

        August 06, 2013 at 9:45 am

        Hope to see your next post coming up soon with the message saying that the issue is resolved.. Good Luck Sharmi !!

        Reply
    16. Raks anand

      August 06, 2013 at 8:56 am

      Love the deep reddish colour of the curry. Lovely pictures 🙂
      I have said this to you personally, still, dont worry its gonna work 🙂

      Reply
    17. Bhumi Jayalakshmi

      August 06, 2013 at 9:36 am

      Wow akka! Beautiful click! I just want to take that away and run! 😛
      Will surely try this! You are my inspiration, to start a blog as well as to cook! 🙂

      howdypancakes.blogspot.

      Reply
    18. Jayanthi Padmanabhan

      August 06, 2013 at 9:58 am

      Kamal says in Vettayadu Villayadu "Everything will be fine tomorrow. That's what I tell myself everyday." I love that dialogue. Keep the faith. Such hard work and dedication never fails. Wish you good luck in all your efforts.

      Reply
      • Swapna

        August 07, 2013 at 10:28 am

        but what happened to Sharmi..plz can somebody share..

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      • SHARMILEE J

        August 07, 2013 at 10:45 am

        Swapna, nothing serious just a small issue with a site made me go nuts…now I am ok 🙂

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      • Swapna

        August 08, 2013 at 8:06 am

        ok dont worry ,be happy and share us ur mouthwatering dishes…

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    19. Nanthini Subash anandan

      November 09, 2013 at 3:29 pm

      I tried this out today and it turned out to be perfect.. I can proudly say "this is the best kadala curry i ever made". Thanks for the wonderful recipe.. The picture is so appetizing!! 🙂

      Reply
    20. Bartanwale Kitchenware

      December 23, 2013 at 4:41 am

      agreed with nanthini ! picture perfect recipe ! wow

      anyway was wondering do you guys know that puttu maker is now available online too.

      at http://www.bartanwale.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=puttu

      do check them out..

      Reply
    21. subin joseph

      January 05, 2014 at 6:33 pm

      your mode of presentation is superb with step by step pics

      Reply
    22. Sarah David

      January 22, 2014 at 7:26 am

      thank u so much for this recipe. the step by step pictures really help!

      Reply
    23. priya Govindaraj

      February 23, 2014 at 9:10 am

      Sharmi, your recipes are great! Good job

      Reply
    24. Jyothi Chhabria

      February 27, 2014 at 7:56 pm

      made this y'day and it was awesome. thank you for sharing the perfect kadala curry.

      Reply
    25. Umesh Gopalakrishnan

      April 15, 2014 at 7:23 pm

      Awesome recipe. The aroma of fried coriander makes it even more delicious. Thank you

      Reply
    26. aasubram

      May 21, 2014 at 12:34 pm

      Hi Sharmis,

      I have been following your site for quiet sometime now. Tried this recipe and it tasted awesome. I jst drank the curry without the rotis 😀 thanks for the wonderful recipe and perfect measurements 🙂

      Reply
    27. Ponnambily Jobin

      December 04, 2014 at 3:51 pm

      Hi Sharmi,

      While going through the posted comments above, I understood that you might have gone through some issues. Nonetheless, I would like to tell you that I am a regular visitor of your site and very fond of you and your dishes.Please continue it….Do not stop it…..

      ammuskitchenmenus.blogspot.com

      Reply
    28. Neeraja Swetha

      November 14, 2015 at 5:56 am

      Hi Sharmi, I have tried this recipe and had it with Appam. It tasted so good. Thanks

      Reply
    29. Jamila M.K

      December 27, 2015 at 6:51 am

      Thanks for posting this recipe.I t came out very well.pearl onion used in tadka enhances the flavor.I prepared the entire dish using coconut oil and it was awesome.. Thanks again

      Reply
    30. ManjuBala

      June 27, 2017 at 1:28 pm

      Hi Sharmi,
      I have tried many other recepies from your website. And today i have tried Kadala curry. It turned out so tasty, yummy.
      Thank you sharmi.
      I really love authentic taste of our dishes and To get ideas of authentic taste of tamil nadu dishes, should get through your website.
      Awesome work sharmi.

      Thank you.

      Reply
    31. Priya

      May 27, 2020 at 7:47 am

      Our family loves appam with this kerela kadalai curry recipe… Thank you for the recipe

      Reply

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