Kothamalli kuzhambu | coriander leaves kuzhambu

Kothamalli kuzhambu | கொத்தமல்லி குழம்பு | coriander leaves kuzhambu | south Indian kuzhambu variety | kothamalli kulambu | chettinadu kulambu | spicy Kothamalli gravy | south Indian kuzhambu recipe with step-by-step pictures and video recipe. Check out the coriander leaves Kulambu recipe. If you like the video pls SUBSCRIBE to my channel.

Delicious traditional South Indian coriander leaves kuzhambu served in a bowl.

Kothamalli kuzhambu is a healthy tamarind-based south Indian kuzhambu recipe. Quick 20 minutes kuzhambu stays good for two weeks. kulambu is travel friendly.

Puli KUZHAMBU

I love tamarind-based Kuzhambu recipes. When it comes to homemade puli Kuzhambu recipes poondu kuzhambu, Appalam Kuzhambu, enna kathirikai kuzhambu, and Onion Vatha Kuzhambu are some of my favorite kulambu varieties.  I also love Saravana Bhavan hotel style kara Kuzhambu.

Kothamalli kulambu 

If you are thinking of tasty ways to make coriander leaves-based recipes, this kuzhambu is a great option. Spices along with coriander leaves give an aromatic flavor to the kuzhambu.

CAN I USE TAMARIND PASTE?

Yes, you can use homemade tamarind paste. If you are using store-bought tamarind paste, adjust the quantity according to its soreness. 

Delicious coriander leaves kuzhambu served over fluffy white rice with traditional side dishes. Perf.

CAN I SKIP TOMATOES?

Yes, I like the soreness from tomatoes hence I have used them. If you are skipping tomatoes adjust the tamarind accordingly. Pulikaichal, puli aval, and instant puli sadam are some of my favorite tamarind-based dishes 

The shelf life of coriander leaves kuzhambu

It stays good for 2 weeks in the fridge. For longer shelf life increase oil and reduce into a thick kuzhambu.

Spice for malli  kuzhambu?

I have used pepper and red chilli for spice. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. You can use sambar powder instead in that case adjust other ingredients accordingly.

COLOR OF THE curry leaves kulambu  

the color of the kara Kuzhambu depends on various factors like the red Chilli, tamarind, tomatoes, etc.

WHAT SHOULD BE THE CONSISTENCY OF kothamalli kulambu?

In our home, we prefer thick kara kuzhambu. Adjust the water according to the consistency you desire.  

CAN I ADD skip small onions?

Yes, they are optional but it gives an amazing taste to kothamalli vendhya kulambu so I would recommend them.

Delicious Kothamalli Kuzhambu made with fresh coriander leaves, spices, and tamarind, served hot for.

Ingredients

Roast and grind

1 tbsp coriander seeds

1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds

1/4 tsp mustard seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds

1/2 tsp sesame seeds

20 grams of coriander leaves 

1/2 tbsp sesame oil

1 tsp pepper

10 small onion

1 tomato

1/4 tsp turmeric powder

1 cup thick tamarind extract

Temper

2 tablespoons sesame oil

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds

Curry leaves few

Asafoetida

Kuzhambu

Small piece of jaggery 

1+1/2 cup water

Delicious Kothamalli Kuzhambu made with fresh coriander leaves, spices, and tamarind, perfect for tr.

How to make kothamalli kuzhambu with step-by-step pictures

  • First, Add oil and heat

Pouring sesame oil into a pan for coriander leaves kuzhambu recipe.

Empty cooking pan with coriander leaves in the background.

  • Furthermore add coriander seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, pepper, cumin seeds, red chilli, and sesame seeds; saute well and roast well till they turn aromatic 

Mustard seeds in a pan for coriander leaves kuzhambu preparation.

Fenugreek seeds being toasted in a pan for coriander leaves kuzhambu.

Cooking coriander leaves kuzhambu with mustard seeds and pepper in a wok.

Cooking coriander seeds for traditional South Indian kuzhambu dish in a pan.

Sesame seeds, coriander seeds, and black pepper in a wok for kuzhambu.

Sesame seeds, coriander seeds, and black pepper in a wok for kuzhambu.

Cooking red chilli and coriander leaves for Kothamalli kuzhambu recipe.

Cooking coriander leaves kuzhambu with spices in a wok for traditional South Indian dish.

  • Add small onions and mix well

Small onion, dried red chilies, and coriander seeds in a wok for kuzhambu.

Cooking coriander leaves kuzhambu with spices in a wok for traditional South Indian dish.

  • Furthermore, add coriander leaves and turmeric powder; mix well and turn off the stove

Fresh coriander leaves being added to a cooking pan for kuzhambu.

Vibrant image of coriander leaves, red chilies, and spices for Kothamalli Kuzhambu preparation.

  • Transfer and cool completely

Traditional coriander leaves kuzhambu with dried chilies and onions in a wok.

Fresh coriander leaves kuzhambu with dried red chilies and mustard seeds.

  • Add tomatoes and grind well

Freshly chopped big tomatoes for coriander leaves kuzhambu.

Freshly ground coriander leaves kuzhambu in a traditional grinder.

  • Furthermore, add tamarind extract and grind again

Kothamalli kuzhambu made with fresh coriander leaves and tamarind extract, a flavorful South Indian.

Kothamalli Kuzhambu coriander leaves gravy spice paste for authentic South Indian cuisine.

  • Add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil to a wide-bottomed pan and when the oil is hot

Sesame oil being poured into a wok for Kothamalli Kuzhambu preparation.

Empty wok with residual oil for coriander leaves kuzhambu preparation.

  • Furthermore, Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds; let them splutter

Mustard seeds being added to a hot pan for coriander leaves kuzhambu.

Frying fenugreek seeds in oil for coriander leaves kuzhambu recipe.

Fresh coriander leaves and spices for kuzhambu preparation.

  • Add cumin seeds,  curry leaves and asafoetida; mix well

Toasting cumin seeds and lentils in a pan for coriander leaves kuzhambu.

A close-up of curry leaves and spices being sautéed in a wok for Kothamalli Kuzhambu.

Adding asafoetida and spices to coriander kuzhambu in a wok.

  • Furthermore, add ground masala; mix well and bring to boil

Traditional coriander leaves kuzhambu being poured into a pan for cooking.

Bring to boil Kothamalli kuzhambu with fresh coriander leaves and spices.

  • add water, salt, and jaggery; mix well and boil for 15 minutes

Delicious Kothamalli Kuzhambu made with fresh coriander leaves and spices, perfect for traditional S.

Preparing flavorful coriander leaves kuzhambu with spices and salt in a pan.

Traditional coriander leaves kuzhambu simmering in a pan, ready in 15 minutes.

  • For longer shelf life add extra 2 tbsp oil and boil till oil oozes out

Delicious Kothamalli Kuzhambu made with fresh coriander leaves and spices, perfect for traditional S.

A close-up of oil oozing out from spicy coriander leaves kuzhambu in a pan.

Delicious Kothamalli Kuzhambu featuring fresh coriander leaves in a flavorful, spicy gravy. Perfect.

Delicious traditional South Indian coriander leaves kuzhambu served in a bowl.

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Ingredients

Roast and grind

  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
  • 20 grams of coriander leaves
  • 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 10 small onion
  • 1 tomato
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 cup thick tamarind extract

Temper

  • 2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • Curry leaves few
  • Asafoetida

Kuzhambu

  • Small piece of jaggery
  • 1 +1/2 cup water

Instructions

  • First, Add oil and heat
  • Furthermore add coriander seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, pepper, and cumin seeds, red chilli and sesame seeds; saute well and roast well till they turn aromatic
  • Add small onions and mix well
  • Furthermore add coriander leaves and turmeric powder; mix well and turn off the stove
  • Transfer and cool completely
  • Add tomatoes and grind well
  • Furthermore add tamarind extract and grind again
  • Add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil to a wide heavy bottomed pan and when the oil is hot
  • Furthermore, Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds; let them splutter
  • Add cumin seeds, curry leaves and asafoetida; mix well
  • Furthermore, add ground masala; mix well and bring to boil
  • add water, salt and jaggery; mix well and boil for 15 minutes
  • For longer shelf life add extra 2 tbsp oil and boil till oil oozes out

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Delicious coriander leaves kuzhambu served with fluffy rice and traditional accompaniments. Perfect.

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