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Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut)

Also known as Vatha Kulambu · Veg · Curries & Gravies, Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

Curries & GraviesKuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

Total40 min
Prep10 min
Cook30 min
Serves4
Per serving245 cal
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Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut)

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Kalyana vatha kulambu with coconut paste, sundakkai vathal, shallots and Cookd Vatha Kulambu Masala. Spicy, serves 4, 40 minutes, step-by-step video.

Low calorie

Ingredients

13 items
Cooking for4 servings
  • Coconut PasteCoconut Paste3 tbsp
  • Curry leavesCurry leaves2 sprigs
  • Gingelly OilGingelly Oil3 tbsp
  • Cookd Vatha Kulambu MasalaCookd Vatha Kulambu Masala5 tbsp
  • Sundakkai VathalSundakkai Vathal30 grams
  • Mustard SeedsMustard Seeds½ tsp
  • Fenugreek SeedsFenugreek Seeds¼ tsp
  • Guntur Dry Red ChilliGuntur Dry Red Chilli2
  • Green ChilliGreen Chilli, Slit1
  • Small Onion (Shallots)Small Onion (Shallots)20
  • GarlicGarlic15 cloves
  • TomatoTomato, Cubes60 grams
  • WaterWater2.5 cup

Contains: milk, wheat, sesame.

Nutrition

One serving, and the whole batch of 4. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

NutrientPer servingAll 4
Energy245kcal980kcal
Protein4g16g
Carbohydrate26g103g
Fat15g62g
Fibre5.7g23g
Sugar7.6g30g

Method

  1. 1

    In a kadai, heat gingelly oil. Fry vathal in the oil and take it out.

    Gingelly OilSundakkai Vathal

  2. 2

    In the same oil, add mustard seeds, let it splutter, then add fenugreek seeds, dry red chilli, followed by curry leaves. Add green chilli and garlic and saute for a few seconds. Add shallots. Sauté till it turns light brown and soft, about 6-8 mins. Now add tomatoes and saute till they become soft.

    Mustard SeedsFenugreek SeedsGuntur Dry Red ChilliGreen ChilliSmall Onion (Shallots)Curry leavesGarlicTomato

  3. 3

    Add Cookd Vatha kulambu masala and mix for a few seconds. Add water to this, mix and let it simmer for 15 minutes on a medium-low flame until thick. Add coconut paste. Adjust salt if needed.

    Coconut PasteCookd Vatha Kulambu MasalaWater

  4. 4

    Add the fried vathal and bring to a boil Finish with fresh curry leaves and some raw gingelly oil. It can be paired with plain steamed rice.

    Curry leavesGingelly Oil

Before you start

How long does Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut) take?
40 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut) serve?
4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut) vegetarian?
Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut) spicy?
It is hot: 3 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut)?
30 grams Sundakkai Vathal, 3 tbsp Coconut Paste, 5 tbsp Cookd Vatha Kulambu Masala, 60 grams Tomato, 2 Guntur Dry Red Chilli, 1 Green Chilli, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut)?
No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Cookd Kalyana Vatha kulambu (with coconut)?
About 245 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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