Munakkada Masala Kura ~ Drumsticks Masala GravyIngredients :
Drumsticks : 2
Onion : 1
Tomatoes : 2
Groundnuts : 1 cup
Coriander seeds : 1 tbsp
Grated Coconut : 2 tbsp
Cinnamon Stick : 1 inch piece
Cloves : 3 to 5
Ginger Garlic Paste : 1 tsp
Red Chillies : 2
Red Chilli Powder : 1 to 2 tsp
Turmeric Powder : 1/4 tsp
Salt to taste
Oil : 3 tbsp
Fresh Coriander leaves
Method :
Wash and cut the drumsticks into 1 inch size pieces and keep aside. Heat one table spoon of oil in a pan. Add and fry the groundnuts, coriander seeds, cloves, cinnamon stick and finally red chilli to golden brown color. Remove from the flame and allow it to cool. In the same pan, add and fry the chopped onions for 2 minutes. Finally add the grated coconut and stir for few seconds. Switch off the flame. When it cools down, add the fried groundnuts, tomatoes and grind into a smooth paste using little water. Heat two table spoons of oil in a vessel. Add and fry the ginger garlic paste for few minutes and add the onion & groundnuts masala, chopped drumsticks, turmeric and water to it. Cover with a lid and cook till oil separates. When it's done, add the red chilli powder, chopped coriander leaves and little salt. Mix well and cook for 2 more minutes. Serve hot with steamed rice and dollop of ghee.