Verum kulambu
It is a popular kulambu variety prepared in Nagercoil. It is also called as nagercoil pulikari / kanyakumari verum kuzhambu / coconut curry. No dal, no veggies instant kuzhambu can be prepared within a few minutes.
WHAT KIND OF VEGETABLES CAN I USE?
Instant kuzhambu is often prepared without any veggies other than onion. You can add any veggies of your choice according to your account taste.
Tips to grind tamarind
If the tamarind is hard, soak it in water to turn them soft then grind
OIL FOR KUZHAMBU
Traditionally coconut oil is used for this thenga kuzhambu.
TIPS TO NOTE WHILE GRINDING
Always grind into a smooth paste. If the coconut is not ground well, it might affect kulambu texture
TIPS TO NOTE FOR PRESSURE COOKER KUZHAMBU
Always grind the mixture well To get rid of the raw smell boil on medium flame Garlic can be added while grinding You can add veggies of your choice Add water according to your preferred consistency
Ingredients
To grind
1/2 cup coconut 10 small onion Required salt 1 teaspoon chilli powder, heaped 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 10 g tamarind Water
To temper
1 tablespoon coconut oil 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seed Curry leaves
Verum kulambu
1+1/2 cup water
How to make Nagercoil verum kuzhambu with step-by-step pictures
First, add the ingredients under “to grind” in a mixie jar and grind into a smooth paste
Add coconut oil to a wide bottomed pan and heat
Furthermore add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and splutter
Add curry leaves and roast; transfer to a small cup
Gently add the ground mixture; mix well and saute for 2 minutes
Add water; mix well and boil for 12 minutes
Finally, add the tempering; mix and turn off the stove
