Pappadam / papad is a crispy thin flat bread made with urad dal. This is a delicious and easy-to-make curry using crunchy pappadam, perfect with steamed rice. Pappadam curry with steamed rice and potato fry is a good combination.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 5piecePappadam
- 7pieceShallots
- 2pieceShallots for grinding
- 2tspCoconut Oil
- 1sprigCurry leaves
- 7pieceFenugreek seeds
- 1pieceTamarind (gooseberry sized)
- 1/4tspTurmeric powder
- 1 1/2tspChilly powder
- 1 1/2tspCoriander powder
- 7tbspGrated coconut
- 1pinchCumin seeds
- Salt to taste
How to make Kerala Style Pappadam Curry
Preparation
Cut the pappadam into 4 - 5 pieces.
Deep fry the pappadam and keep aside.
Cooking
Heat oil in a kadai or earthen pot. Add fenugreek seeds and when they pop, add 7 shallots and sauté until golden brown.
Turn the flame low and then add turmeric powder, chilly powder, and coriander powder. Sauté for a few seconds.
Add tamarind paste and salt. Boil until the raw taste is gone in medium flame.
Grind the grated coconut with cumin seeds and 2 shallots to a fine paste.
Add fried pappadam and coconut paste. Stir continuously on medium flame until it starts bubbling. Turn off the flame.
Add fresh curry leaves and coconut oil. Close and keep aside for 5 minutes.
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the pappadam is fried until crispy for the best texture.
Adjust the amount of chilly powder to suit your spice preference.
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