Kovakkai Thuvaiyal
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Chop kovakkai in a food processor.
- 2Sauté chopped kovakkai with salt in a pan until it turns soft, then set it aside.
- 3In the same pan, add peanuts, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, tomatoes, and green chillies.
- 4Cook the ingredients until mushy and let it cool down.
- 5Blend the sautéed mixture together with a small piece of tamarind and some fresh coriander.
- 6Serve with hot rice, dosa or chapati.
Ingredients
- kovakkai
- salt
- peanuts
- coriander seeds
- cumin seeds
- tomatoes
- green chillies
- small piece tamarind
- some fresh coriander
- hot rice
Equipment
food processorpanblender
Tips
- Use a mortar and pestle instead of a blender for a more rustic flavour.
- Make sure not to grind the ingredients too smooth; you should still feel the textures of the vegetables.
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