Chikkudu Ginjala Masala ~ Indian Broad Bean Seeds Curry

Papdi Lilva Kurma ~ Chikkudu Vithanala Masala Koora

Ingredients :

Indian Broad bean Seeds : 2 cups
Onions : 2
Tomatoes : 2
Peanuts : 1/2 cup
Coriander Seeds : 1 tbsp
Cloves : 2 or 3
Cinnamon Stick : 1/2 inch piece
Ginger : 1 inch piece
Garlic Cloves : 1 or 2
Cumin Seeds : 1/2 tsp
Turmeric Powder : 1/4 tsp
Red Chilli Powder to taste
Salt to taste
Oil

Method :

Heat a teaspoon of in a skillet. Add and fry the peanuts, cloves, coriander seeds, quarter teaspoon of cumin seeds and cinnamon stick to golden brown color. Switch off the flame and allow it to cool. Bring 2 cups of water to boil. Add the broad bean seeds and salt and cook for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and drain the excess water. Heat a teaspoon of oil in a pan. Add the chopped onions and fry the till onions are translucent. Let it cool completely. Grind the roasted spices, onions, chopped tomatoes, ginger and garlic into a smooth paste adding with little water. Heat a table spoon of oil in a wok. Add the cumin seeds and let them splutter. Now add the boiled broad bean seeds, ground masala, salt, red chilli powder and turmeric and mix well. Add a cup of water and cook for 10 minutes on low or medium flame. Then add the chopped coriander leaves and serve warm with roti or chapathi.

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