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Simple Kurma Recipe - Dosa Side Dishes
What makes dosas irresistible is the side dish. Sometimes, it is a spicy potato curry. It can also be a fiery hot chutney. However, we all want some variety on our plates now and then. If you are looking for a new dosa side dish, a simple kurma is just what you need. This dosa side dish recipe is very easy. You can make a delicious kurma in no time. So, even on busy days, you can make sure that you serve something exciting and lip-smacking for your whole family.
Simple Kurma Recipe Info:
Prep Time
10 MinsCook Time
15 minsTotal Time
25 MinsCuisine
IndianCategory
Side dishSImple Kurma Ingredients (4 Servings):
For the Masala:
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- 1 inch of garlic
- 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 chopped tomato
- 1/2 coconut, grated
- 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds
- 3 red chillies, dried
- 1 teaspoon of poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon of fennel
- 1 tablespoon of roasted gram dal
- 1/2 cup of water
For the Kurma:
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- 1/2 an inch of cinnamon
- 3 pods of cardamom
- 6-7 curry leaves
- 1/2 finely chopped onion
- 1 slit green chilli
- 1/2 tomato finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric
- 3/4 teaspoon of salt
- 3 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of finely chopped coriander leaves
Step-by-Step Instructions:
To Prepare the Masala:
- To make the masala for this dosa side dish, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and sauté the crushed garlic and 1-inch piece of ginger.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté well till they become soft.
- Add the tomato and continue to sauté till it becomes mushy.
- Add the coconut, dried red chilli, coriander seeds, poppy seeds, fennel and roasted gram dal and fry.
- When the spices release their aroma, turn the heat off. Let the masala cool down completely.
- Then, blend it to make a smooth paste adding 1/2 a cup of water. Set the masala aside.
To Prepare the Kurma:
- In a large pan or kadhai, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté the cinnamon, cardamom and curry leaves.
- Add the onions set aside for this dosa side dish and the chilli. Sauté well till they become soft.
- Add the chopped tomato and sauté till it becomes mushy.
- Mix in the masala, turmeric, and salt. Let it fry until it becomes aromatic.
- Add 3 cups of water or as needed for the desired consistency.
- Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the chopped coriander seeds and mix well.
- When the masala is fully cooked, take it off the heat. Your special dosa side dish is ready to serve.
A dash of lemon juice elevates the flavours of this dosa side dish. You can add a few drops before serving it with dosas or idlis. This kurma is also the perfect match for a piping hot bowl of fluffy rice with your favourite pickle on the side.
