Sukke
Veg
Vegan
A dry vegetable curry made with a blend of spices and coconut, typically featuring seasonal vegetables.
Cuisines
Mangalorean
North Karnataka
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 1 cup | grated coconut |
| 2 tablespoons | coriander seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 5-6 | dried red chilies |
| 1 teaspoon | tamarind paste |
| 2 | medium-sized potatoes |
| 1 tablespoon | oil |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 1 pinch | asafoetida |
| 1 sprig | curry leaves |
| to taste | salt |
Instructions
- 1 Dry roast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and dried red chilies until aromatic. Let them cool.
- 2 Grind the roasted spices with grated coconut and tamarind paste to form a coarse paste. Add a little water if necessary.
- 3 Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
- 4 Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
- 5 Add asafoetida and curry leaves to the pan.
- 6 Add the diced potatoes and sauté for a few minutes.
- 7 Mix in the ground coconut paste and add salt to taste.
- 8 Cover and cook on low heat until the potatoes are tender and the flavors are well combined.
- 9 Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a few cashew nuts while grinding the coconut paste.