🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Banjara Kovakkai Rasam

Name: Banjara Kovakkai Rasam
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1, finely chopped Onion; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 250 g, chopped Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Anantapur cooking — Banjara Kovakkai Rasam brings a banjara touch with a classic rasam finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Onion1, finely chopped
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.
2
Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.
3
Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.
4
Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.
5
Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.
6
Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.
7
Adjust seasoning and serve.

Chef's tip

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

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Watch how it's made

Video: Kovakkai Curry with Freshly Ground Homemade Spice Powder-Tindora Masala Curry-Dondakaya Fry · on YouTube