Makai Paka | Creamy Coconut Corn Curry | Corn Kadi | Corn on the Cob with Gravy - Maa Kitchen Korner

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

maize

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while cornmeal is often less expensive.

Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, dried red chillies, and bay leaf.

Once the seeds start to splutter, add the pureed onion and sauté until golden brown.

Add the pureed tomato and cook until the mixture thickens.

Stir in ginger garlic paste, turmeric, red chilli powder, and salt. Cook for a few minutes.

Add the corn and mix well with the masala.

Pour in the coconut milk and water, and bring to a simmer.

Add green chillies and lemongrass, and cook until the corn is tender.

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

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