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Ellu Curry

Cultural Context

Ellu Curry is a traditional dish from South India, particularly popular in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. It showcases the rich flavors of sesame seeds and coconut, often served as a side dish with rice or roti. This curry is not only comforting but also nutritious, as sesame seeds are known for their health benefits. In modern times, variations have emerged, incorporating different vegetables or spices, making it a versatile dish enjoyed across various regions.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Yam (diced) - 1 Cup
Raw Banana (diced) - 1 Cup
Potato (diced) - 1 Cup
Salt - ½ tsp + ½ tsp
Turmeric Powder - ½ tsp
Water - 1 Cup
Tamarind - Lemon-sized portion
Hot Water - ½ Cup
Jaggery - 1 tsp
Black Sesame Seeds - 1 tbsp
Coconut Oil - 2 tbsp
Mustard Seeds - ¼ tsp
Curry Leaves - 20 nos
Urad Dal - 2 tbsp
Dried Red Chillies - 5 nos
Grated Coconut - 1 Cup

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, while sunflower seeds are more economical.

coconut

🥗Healthier: coconut flour

💰Cheaper: shredded unsweetened coconut

Coconut flour is lower in calories, and shredded coconut is often less expensive.

1

Soak the tamarind in ½ cup of hot water.

2

Dry roast the dry red chillies and urad dal. When the urad dal starts to change its colour, add the grated coconut and continue cooking until the coconut has browned. Add water as needed and grind to a fine paste.

3

Toast the sesame seeds and grind them into a fine powder.

4

Cut the yam pieces a little smaller than the potato and the raw banana. This ensures that they cook adequately and evenly.

5

Pressure cook the diced yam, raw banana and potato along with turmeric powder, salt and 1 cup of water, for 1 whistle on a high flame.

6

Add the tamarind pulp and the ground coconut paste.

7

Allow it to cook for 5 minutes.

8

Meanwhile, we can prepare the tempering. In another pan, heat coconut oil and add mustard seeds. When the mustard seeds start to splutter, add the curry leaves and remove from the heat.

9

Add the jaggery to the curry. Add the tempering to the pan.

10

Add the toasted sesame powder and turn off the heat.

Cooking Techniques

roastinggrindingsautéing

Equipment Needed

panpressure cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Sesame CurryEllu Kootu

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