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Palakkad Drumstick Handi
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Palakkad Drumstick Handi

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Palakkad cooking — Palakkad Drumstick Handi brings a handi touch with a classic halwa finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Drumstick (Moringa)250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Drumstick Vathakuzhambu - No Onion Garlic | Murungakkai | Brahmin Style | Easy Recipe · on YouTube