I’m not particularly fond of Kadhi (Buttermilk curry) which is made in different parts of India in varied styles. But I find the Kerala version of kadhi just irresistible. In Kerala it’s called the Morukootan (Moru meaning buttermilk and kootan meaning curry). It derives its flavor from three main ingredients: buttermilk, pepper and coconut. You can even convert sour curd into this delicious dish. In my recipe I’ve used pieces of ripe banana which lends a slightly sweet twist to it.
Ingredients:
- Curd – 2 cup
- Pepper Powder – ¼ tsp
- 4- 5 pieces of any vegetable (okra/lady’s finger / raw/ripe banana/ mango/ yam)
- Turmeric Powder – ¼ tsp
- Green Chili – 2
- Coconut (grated) – 5-6 tbsp
- Mustard Seed – ½ tsp
- Curry Leaves – 1 stem
- Salt – As required
Method:
- Heat some oil in a pan and add mustard seeds
- After it splutters add curry leaves
- Add the pieces of vegetable (I’ve used ripe banana) and 1 cup water
- Add salt and turmeric and let the vegetable cook
- Grind the green chilies, pepper and coconut to a paste and add it to the vegetable
- When this comes to a boil, blend the curd with 1 cup water and add it to the mixture
- Adjust salt, stir well and remove from fire when heated. Do not let it boil.
- Serve hot with rice
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Serves- 2