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Kakinada Zesty Drumstick Pulusu
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kakinada Zesty Drumstick Pulusu

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kakinada cooking — Kakinada Zesty Drumstick Pulusu brings a zesty touch with a classic pulusu finish. About 39 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

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

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

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.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: మునక్కాయ పులుసు ఇలా చేస్తే రుచి అదిరిపోతోంది తిన్న ప్లేట్ ఖాళీ చేస్తారు Munakkaya Pulusu · on YouTube