Kadle Kalu Saaru
Veg
Vegan
Kadle Kalu Saaru is a spicy and tangy chickpea curry, popular in Coorg for its robust flavors and aroma.
Cuisines
Coorgi
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Black Chickpea , soaked overnight |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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1 medium | Tomato , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 inch | Ginger , minced |
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2 tablespoons | Coconut oil |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 cup | Coconut Milk , thick |
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2 cups | Water |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Cilantro , fresh, for garnish |
Instructions
- 1 Soak the black chickpeas overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- 2 Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then pressure cook them with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt for about 20 minutes or until soft.
- 3 In a pan, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
- 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 5 Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute.
- 6 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
- 7 Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Cook for 2 minutes.
- 8 Add the cooked chickpeas along with the water they were cooked in.
- 9 Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 10 Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 11 Adjust the salt as needed.
- 12 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a small piece of jaggery while simmering the curry.