Mor Kali: Know How To Make This South Indian Delicacy

Traditionally made in Tamil Brahmin homes, mor kali is a popular South Indian dish that represents flavour and simplicity. Rice flour and rich buttermilk are combined in this delicious recipe to provide a filling and nutritious meal. Little preparation time and ingredient requirements set this dish apart from others due to its texture and taste it is perfect for breakfast or tiffin. Mor Kali is a great choice for people who are busy and want a healthy lunch because it is easy to prepare and takes only ten to fifteen minutes to finish. Though it can go well with pickles or the tart taste of maavadu water, this dish is best eaten just the way it is, without any fancy accompaniments. With the sweetness of buttermilk and the energy of rice flour, mor kali is a healthy option that is great for satisfying hunger.

Preparation Steps

1. Assemble all the ingredients and set up your workspace first. Put the rice flour and the thick buttermilk in a mixing basin. Mix them with a whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free. It should have a consistency that is both pourable and thick enough to maintain its shape. After mixing, let the batter sit for a bit while you get the seasoning ready.
2. Then, heat the sesame seed oil in the pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and allow them to crackle once heated. Then add the urad dal and let it get golden brown so that its nutty flavour can be released. Then, for a taste explosion, add the curry leaves, slit green chilli, and red chillies or mor milagai. At this point, you can add a pinch of hing to improve the aroma. Gently pour the prepared rice flour and buttermilk combination into the pan, letting the spice mix well with the batter.
3. To get the desired texture, the batter must be cooked thoroughly while it is combined with the spice. To avoid lumps, cook the mixture over medium heat while stirring constantly. As it cooks, the batter will progressively thicken and modify consistency. Continue to stir until it separates from the pan's sides, indicating that it is ready. Usually, this procedure takes five to seven minutes. 
4. Take the batter off the heat as soon as it becomes thick and cohesive. Pour the mixture onto a tray or plate that has been oiled. Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, quickly form it into a thick, round cake-like shape. To make sure everything is uniform, level the surface. Before cutting it into wedges or pieces, let it cool slightly. Warm mor kali is delicious, displaying its smooth, velvety texture and genuine flavours.

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Serving And Enjoying

There are many ways to enjoy the highly adaptable snack mor kali. The best thing about this dish is that you need fancy ingredients and garnishes, which makes it a great dinner or a snack. Before slicing and serving, let Mor Kali cool to room temperature or serve it hot, straight from the burner. To further improve the experience, you can, if you'd like, pair it with tart pickles or a glass of maavadu water. Mor Kali is a wholesome, fast, and nutritious choice that reflects traditional South Indian cooking, whether it is consumed as a tiffin item or as a midday snack.

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Useful Tips:

• Make sure the buttermilk is well-whisked and thick. This will help in the achievement of a batter, which must be fluffy and smooth.
• For the Mor Kali to fry quickly and evenly, the oil needs to be heated enough.
• To prevent breaking, delicately flip the Mor Kali using a spatula.
• Garnish with powdered sugar or a dollop of ghee and serve hot.

It’s a classic, and it’s a new addition to anybody’s recipe book, and your family and friends will love it. Make this nutritious delicacy a regular part of your diet and savour the essence of South Indian cuisine with each bite!