Rasakalan, also known as Guruvayur Temple Morukari, is a delightful yogurt-based vegetable curry from Kerala, often served as prasadam in temples. It's a unique and flavorful dish characterized by its creamy texture and subtle tanginess. Here's how to make it at home:
- 1/2 cup thick curd
- 1/8 tsp rice
- 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 dried red chilies
- 1 green chili
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
- 75 grams grated coconut
- 1/4 tsp coconut oil
For the Curry:
- 1/2 cup thin tamarind water (soak 1 tbsp tamarind in water, extract pulp)
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup pumpkin, diced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 small knob jaggery (optional)
- Curry leaves
- Coconut oil for tempering
Instructions:
Grind the masala: Heat coconut oil in a small pan. Roast rice, fenugreek seeds, pepper, red chilies, cumin seeds until golden brown. Add coconut and dry roast for a minute. Cool, then grind with curd and green chili into a smooth paste.
Cook the pumpkin: In a pot, bring tamarind water, turmeric, and salt to a boil. Add pumpkin and cook for 10 minutes, or until tender.
Assemble the curry: Add the ground masala, water, and jaggery (if using) to the cooked pumpkin. Stir well and simmer for 4 minutes.
Temper: Heat coconut oil in a small pan. Add curry leaves and mustard seeds. Let them crackle, then pour the tempering over the curry.
Serve hot: Enjoy Rasakalan with rice or dosa, savoring its unique tangy yogurt blend, fragrant spices, and tender vegetables.
Tips:
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less chilies.
- Substitute chopped spinach or potato for pumpkin, if desired.
- For a richer flavor, toast the coconut before grinding.
- Serve with papad and pickles for a complete meal.
Enjoy this delicious
temple-style Rasakalan recipe and bring a touch of Kerala's culinary heritage
to your table!
The calorie content of Rasakalan will vary depending on the ingredients used and the amount of oil or ghee used to cook it. However, a typical serving of Rasakalan will contain approximately:
- Calories: 400-500
- Protein: 20-30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40-50 grams
- Fiber: 10-15 grams
Feel free to adjust the
quantities of ingredients according to your preference and desired consistency.
Most of these ingredients are found in Indian grocery stores or online retailers.
I hope this helps! Let me know
if you have any other questions.
