Vegetable Kaara Kozhukattai Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves.
• STEP 2.Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 3.Add grated coconut, chopped vegetables, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
• STEP 4.Add water and cook the vegetables until tender.
• STEP 5.In a separate pan, bring water to a boil and add salt.
• STEP 6.Slowly add rice flour and stir continuously to avoid lumps.
• STEP 7.Cook the rice flour mixture until it forms a smooth dough.
• STEP 8.Take a small portion of the dough and shape it into a small disc.
• STEP 9.Place a spoonful of the vegetable filling in the center and seal the edges to form a dumpling.
• STEP 10.Repeat the process to make more dumplings.
• STEP 11.Steam the dumplings in a steamer for 10-15 minutes or until cooked through.
• STEP 12.Serve hot with chutney or sambar.

Cooking Tips

• You can add grated ginger and green chilies for extra flavor.
• Make sure to seal the dumplings properly to prevent them from opening during steaming.
• You can also add roasted peanuts or cashews to the vegetable filling for added crunch.

Storage and Serving

• Vegetable Kaara Kozhukattai is best served hot.
• If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat in a steamer or microwave before serving.