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How To make Dry Mango Kuzhambu? | Instant Dry Mango Kuzhambu Recipe
Dry mango kuzhambu is a tangy and flavorful South Indian dish that is made with dry mango powder, tamarind, and a variety of spices. It is a popular dish that is usually served with rice and papad.
Here is a breakfast recipe that is easy to prepare and delicious to eat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry mango powder (amchur)
- 1 lemon-sized tamarind ball
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon urad dal
- 1 teaspoon chana dal
- 2-3 dried red chilies
- 10-12 curry leaves
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt, to taste
- Water, as needed
- Coriander leaves, for garnish
Instructions:
- Soak the tamarind in warm water for 10-15 minutes. Squeeze the tamarind to extract the pulp and strain it into a bowl. Keep the tamarind pulp aside.
- Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds, urad dal, and chana dal. Let them splutter.
- Add dried red chilies and curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds.
- Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until the onion turns golden brown.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder and sauté for a few seconds.
- Add the dry mango powder and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the tamarind pulp, salt, and water as needed. Mix well and bring it to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the kuzhambu simmer for 15-20 minutes or until it thickens.
- Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice and papad.
Tips
- Adjust the amount of dry mango powder and tamarind pulp as per your preference for tanginess.
- You can also add vegetables like okra, eggplant, or drumstick to the kuzhambu.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent the kuzhambu from sticking to the bottom.
- You can store the leftover kuzhambu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- Dry mango kuzhambu is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weekday meal. The tanginess of the dry mango powder and tamarind pairs well with the spices and makes for a flavorful dish.