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Drumstick Curry
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Drumstick Curry

A simple Maharshtrian preparation with drumstick and few basic spices
Course Main Course, Sabzi
Cuisine Indian, Maharashtrian
Keyword Drumstick curry, moringa recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 4 drumsticks (shahjan ki phali)
  • 1 tbsp oil (tel)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
  • 1 tsp red chilly powder (laal mirch)
  • 1 tsp goda masala
  • 1 inch piece of jaggery (gud)
  • 3 tbsp grated fresh coconut (nariyal)
  • Salt as per taste (namak)
  • 1 cup of water (paani)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander (hara dhaniya)

Instructions

  • Peel the drumsticks and cut into 2  to 2½ inch pieces.
  • Rinse the drumstick pieces with water, drain the water  and keep the drumsticks aside.
  • Heat oil in a pressure cooker.
  • Add cumin seeds.
  • When the seeds start crackling, add the drumstick pieces. 
  • Add turmeric powder, red chilly powder, goda masala, jaggery, salt  and grated coconut.Give it a good mix.
  • Add 1 cup of water and pressure cook for 2 to 3 whistles. 
  • Open the pressure cooker when the steam escapes completely.
  • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with chapatis or rice.

Notes

Notes: In the absence of goda masala, garam masala can be used.