Kerala Style Kadala Curry
Recipe Summary
- This video demonstrates how to prepare a traditional Kerala-style Kadala Curry, a flavorful chickpea stew cooked in a rustic setting. It features boiled chickpeas simmered in a rich, spicy onion-based gravy with coconut milk, offering a comforting and authentic taste.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Chickpeas (Kadala) 2 cups (dry, soaked overnight)
- Water as needed
- Salt 1 tsp
All Ingredients - For Curry Base
- Cooking Oil 2 tbsp
- Onions 2 medium, chopped
- Green Chilies 2-3, slit
- Ginger-Garlic Paste 1 tbsp
- Turmeric Powder 1/2 tsp
- Chili Powder 1.5 tbsp
- Curry Powder / Garam Masala 1.5 tbsp
- Water 1 cup
- Thick Coconut Milk 1 cup
Tools You'll Need
- Pot
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
No Coconut milk?
- Equal parts heavy cream + 1/2 tsp coconut extract
- Whole milk + 1 tsp coconut oil (per cup)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Boil Chickpeas
Add water to a pot and bring to a boil. Add the pre-soaked chickpeas (kadala) to the boiling water. Cover the pot and cook until the chickpeas are tender, approximately . Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling chickpeas and stir.
Step 2: Prepare the Spice Base
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and slit green chilies to the hot oil. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and lightly golden brown, about . Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another until fragrant.
Step 3: Add Dry Spices and Water
Add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1.5 tablespoons of chili powder to the sautéed onions. Mix well and cook for until the raw smell of the spices disappears. Pour in 1 cup of water and stir to combine, allowing the mixture to simmer for .
Step 4: Combine with Chickpeas and Simmer
Add 1.5 tablespoons of curry powder or garam masala from a packet to the simmering spice base. Then, add the previously boiled chickpeas to the pan. Stir everything together thoroughly, ensuring the chickpeas are well coated with the gravy. Cover the pan and let it simmer for , allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 5: Add Coconut Milk and Finish
Pour 1 cup of thick coconut milk into the curry. Stir gently to incorporate the coconut milk without breaking the chickpeas. Bring the curry to a gentle simmer for another , allowing it to thicken slightly. Serve hot.
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