How long does Sirukeerai kothukari masala take?

44 minutes from start to finish. That is 19 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Sirukeerai kothukari masala serve?

4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Sirukeerai kothukari masala spicy?

It is mild: 1 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 Sirukeerai kothukari masala?

1 bunch Sirukeerai, 1000 grams Mutton (minced), ½ cup Onion, 1 Cinnamon, 5 Green Cardamom, 5 Cloves, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Sirukeerai kothukari masala?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Sirukeerai kothukari masala?

About 585 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Sirukeerai kothukari masala

Name: Sirukeerai kothukari masala
Prep time: 19 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 44 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Tamil Nadu
Ingredients: 1 Cinnamon; 5 Green Cardamom; 5 Cloves; 5 Cloves; 1 Star Anise; 1 tsp Cumin; 1 tsp Fennel Seeds; 1 pieces Kalpasi (Stone Flower); 2 tbsp Oil; 10 Curry leaves; 2 Green Chilli, Finely Chopped; ½ cup Onion, Finely Chopped; 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder; 2 tsp Coriander Powder; ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder; 3 Tomato, Finely Chopped; 1 bunch Sirukeerai; 1000 grams Mutton (minced); 1 tsp Salt; 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped

44 min
mild
Serves 4

Prep 19 min · Cook 25 min

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Also known as keerai kothukari · Non-veg · Curries & Gravies, Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

Curries & Gravies Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam Low carb High protein Gluten-free Dairy-free

Sirukeerai kothukari masala of minced mutton and amaranth greens with a roasted spice powder and kalpasi. Mild, serves 4, 45 minutes, step-by-step video.

High protein

Good for: Bakrid, Party

Ingredients

20 items

4 people

Cinnamon1
Green Cardamom5
Cloves10
Star Anise1
Cumin1 tsp
Fennel Seeds1 tsp
Kalpasi (Stone Flower)1 pieces
Oil2 tbsp
Curry leaves10
Green Chilli, Finely Chopped2
Onion, Finely Chopped½ cup
Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Red Chilli Powder1 tsp
Coriander Powder2 tsp
Turmeric Powder¼ tsp
Tomato, Finely Chopped3
Sirukeerai1 bunch
Mutton (minced)1000 grams
Salt1 tsp
Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped2 tbsp

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 4 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 4 people
Energy	585kcal	2340kcal
Protein	50g	199g
Carbohydrate	14g	54g
Fat	38g	153g
Fibre	5g	20g
Sugar	3.2g	13g

Cookd masalas for sirukeerai

Method

1
Add all the spices required for the masala and dry roast it till it is aromatic. Transfer it to a blender and blend it to a fine powder
CinnamonGreen CardamomClovesClovesStar AniseCuminFennel SeedsKalpasi (Stone Flower)
2
Heat a kadai, and add oil. Add the curry leaves and green chilli and let it crackle. Add the onions and saute till it turns translucent. Add ginger garlic paste and saute for a minute. Add the masala powders and saute for a minute. Add the tomatoes and cook it till it turns soft and mushy
OilCurry leavesGreen ChilliOnionGinger Garlic PasteRed Chilli PowderCoriander PowderTurmeric PowderTomato
3
Add the spinach and mutton and mix till they combine evenly. Add the ground masala powder and mix well. Cook the spinach and mutton in the water it lets out. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
SirukeeraiMutton (minced)
4
Add salt and coriander leaves and mix it well for a minute. Take it off the flame and serve it hot
SaltCoriander Leaves

Before you start

How long does Sirukeerai kothukari masala take?: 44 minutes from start to finish. That is 19 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Sirukeerai kothukari masala serve?: 4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Sirukeerai kothukari masala vegetarian?: No, it contains meat or fish.
Is Sirukeerai kothukari masala spicy?: It is mild: 1 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 Sirukeerai kothukari masala?: 1 bunch Sirukeerai, 1000 grams Mutton (minced), ½ cup Onion, 1 Cinnamon, 5 Green Cardamom, 5 Cloves, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Sirukeerai kothukari masala?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Sirukeerai kothukari masala?: About 585 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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