Kathari mochai karakulambu (Eggplant N field bean gravy)

    Field bean is rich in protein. Eggplant with field bean will be a great combination. This gravy will be in the menu for many special occasions.

Requirements:

 Brinjal - 1 cup

Field bean - 1 cup

Pearl onion – 10

Tomato – 1

Garlic – 4

Tamarind paste – 2 tbs

Chilly powder – 1 tbs

Coriander powder – 1 tbs

To grind:

Grated coconut – 4 tbs

Cumin – ½ tsp

Aniseed – ½ tsp

Method:

Boil field bean.

Heat oil   , add mustard seeds and wait till it splutters.

Add pearl onions , curry leaves, garlic and sauté well.

Add chopped brinjal , chilly powder , coriander powder and sauté well.

Add cooked field bean and add required water and allow to cook with closed lid.

Add tamarind paste mixed with a cup of water and allow boil till raw smell leaves.

Add the coconut paste and allow to boil for five minutes.

Gravy is ready to serve.