Kumbakonam Thanjavur Kadappa Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Pressure cook moong dal and potatoes until soft.
• STEP 2.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions and saut��� until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Add ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook for a minute.
• STEP 5.Add the cooked moong dal and potatoes to the pan.
• STEP 6.In a blender, grind coconut, green chilies, and fennel seeds to a smooth paste.
• STEP 7.Add the coconut paste to the pan and mix well.
• STEP 8.Add water, salt, and simmer for 10 minutes.
• STEP 9.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with dosa, idli, or rice.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cook the moong dal and potatoes until they are soft and easily mashable.
• You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less red chili powder.
• For a creamier texture, you can add a tablespoon of fresh cream to the kadappa.

Storage and Serving

• Kumbakonam Thanjavur Kadappa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Serve the kadappa hot with dosa, idli, or rice.