Authentic Tamil Nadu Kottai Muthu Kozhambu
A fragrant, spicy South Indian curry featuring tender yardlong beans and aromatic spices simmered in tangy tamarind gravy. Best served hot with steamed white rice and a dash of sesame oil.
55min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Extract tamarind juice from the soaked pulp and set aside.
2
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed earthenware or pan over medium heat.
3
Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds, allowing them to sputter.
4
Add curry leaves and peeled shallots, sautéing until the shallots turn translucent.
5
Add the chopped onions and cook until golden brown, then add tomatoes and cook until soft and mushy.
6
Add the chopped yardlong beans and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
7
Stir in sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt, mixing well with the vegetable base.
8
Pour in the extracted tamarind water and additional 2 cups of water.
9
Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes until the beans are tender and the gravy thickens.
10
Serve hot with steamed rice.
Ingredients
2 cups yardlong beans (kottai muthu / achira), cut into 2-inch pieces
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 lemon-sized ball of tamarind, soaked in warm water and extracted
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp fenugreek seeds
1 sprig curry leaves
6-8 shallots, peeled
2 tbsp sambar powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
Salt to taste
2 cups water
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.