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Kumbakonam Special Urad Cutlet
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kumbakonam Special Urad Cutlet

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kumbakonam cooking — Kumbakonam Special Urad Cutlet brings a dum style touch with a classic cutlet finish. About 46 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Urad Dal1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

  7. 7

    Garnish and serve.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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Watch how it's made

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