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.