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Palakkad Special Gongura Kurma
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Palakkad Special Gongura Kurma

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Palakkad cooking — Palakkad Special Gongura Kurma brings a badami touch with a classic kurma finish. About 45 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Heavy Cream3 tbsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Almonds12, blanched
  • Gongura (Sorrel Leaves)250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

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

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