HOW TO MAKE NOOLKOL KURUMA?

NOOLKOL KURUMA- A DELICIOUS CURRY MADE WITH KOHLRABI (NOOLKOL).

Noolkol kuruma was taught to me by my MIL. She makes a flavor packed mixed vegetable kuruma and they eat it with rice. Yes. That s a thing. And she adds Noolkol to this mixed vegetable kuruma. So one day, when i faced the ominous situation in which i had to consume two noolkols, i decided to make kuruma. And needless to say, it was a hit.

Turnip in Tamil

Noolkol is Kohlrabi in English. It is often confused with turnips. They both belong to the same family as the cabbages and cauliflowers- Cruciferous vegetables. Kohlrabis are also known as Ol-Kopi in many eastern indian states. And these can be eaten raw or cooked. In Tamil, these veggies are called as Kosukizhangu.

As for Noolkol Kuruma, they add a beautiful texture and flavor to it.You can also make this noolkol kuruma with a combination of other veggies like carrot or peas. If you are looking for more kuruma ideas, then check out mixed vegetable kuruma and navratna kurma.

Shall we now check out how to make Noolkol Kuruma Step By Step?

Peel and cube noolkol. Place in a pan without any water. Now, pressure cook this for 3 whistles. Let pressure release on its own. Remove and set aside.

Grind together coconut, green chili, cumin, fennel, garlic cloves, cashews and ginger in a blender to a smooth paste. Set aside.

Heat a pan with oil. Add the whole spices and wait for them to crackle.

Once they crackle, add onion and saute till pink and soft. When onions are cooked, add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder and coriander powder.

Saute for 30 secs. Add the ground paste, tomatoes and mix well. Saute for 2 to 3 mins. Add a cup of water. Mix well. Simmer for 5 to 6 mins until raw smell of the paste goes away.

Add the cooked noolkol, thawed frozen peas and salt. Mix well. Simmer for 3-4 mins. Once done, garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

Your Noolkol kuruma is ready. If you are looking for more noolkol recipes, then try the Raswali Kohlrabi recipe too!

Recipe For Noolkol Kuruma

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Noolkol Kuruma Recipe

Noolkol Kuruma- A flavorsome curry that uses Kohlrabi (noolkol) in a coconut and fresh spice based paste. Pairs well with roti, dosa, poori and idli

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Sides

Cuisine: Tamil

Servings:

Author: Anusha Praveen

Ingredients

Noolkol Kohlrabi 2 medium peeled and cubed
Frozen or fresh peas 1/2 c Thaw if using frozen.
Onion 1/2 c finely choppped
Tomato 1/2 c finely chopped
Oil 1 tbsp
Bay leaf 1
Cloves 1
Cinnamon stick 1 small piece
Green cardamom 1
Turmeric powder 1 tsp
Coriander powder 1 tsp
Garam masala powder 1/2 tsp
Red chili powder 1 tsp
Salt to taste
Water 1 c
Coriander leaves for garnish
To grind together:
Coconut 3 tbsp freshly grated
Fennel seeds 1/2 tsp
Cumin seeds 1 tsp
Green chili 2
Garlic clove 3
Ginger 1 tsp chopped finely
Cashews 4
Water 1/2 c

Instructions

Peel and cube noolkol. Place in a pan without any water. Now, pressure cook this for 3 whistles. Let pressure release on its own. Remove and set aside.
Grind together coconut, green chili, cumin, fennel, garlic cloves, cashews and ginger in a blender to a smooth paste. Set aside.
Heat a pan with oil. Add the whole spices and wait for them to crackle.
Once they crackle, add onion and saute till pink and soft.
When onions are cooked, add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder and coriander powder.
Saute for 30 secs. Add the ground paste, tomatoes and mix well. Saute for 2 to 3 mins.
Add a cup of water. Mix well. Simmer for 5 to 6 mins until raw smell of the paste goes away.
Add the cooked noolkol, peas and salt.
Mix well. Simmer for 3-4 mins.
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

Notes

I have used frozen peas in this recipe.
Fresh peas can also be used.
But in that case, make sure to cook the peas along with the kohlrabi

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Disclaimer

Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.

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