Chettinad Special Steamed Lentil Dumplings Gravy – Kola Urundai Kuzhambu

Heat oil in a broad kadai. Add asafoetida powder, mustard seeds, fennel seeds , fenugreek, bay leaves and curry leaves and let them splutter.
Once done add onions and garlic . Saute them for a minute or two or until the onions turn light brown.
After the onions have turned brown add tomatoes and tamarind extract.
Add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and Garam Masala. Stir well to combine and bring to a brisk boil. Once boiled add the steamed dumplings. Boil for 2 minutes and reduce the heat. Simmer Kola Urundai Kuzhambu for 10 more minutes over low heat.
Turn off the heat when Kola Urundai Kuzhambu starts to boil. Transfer the Chettinad Special Steamed Lentil Dumplings Gravy into a serving bowl and serve.
Serve Chettinad Special Steamed Lentil Dumplings Gravy along with Whole Wheat Lachha Paratha or Steamed Rice Recipe and Masala And Plain Lacha Pyaz Recipe – Pickled Onions for a weekday lunch.