Chettinad Mushroom Masala Recipe

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Prep Time 15 Minutes

Cooking Time 25 Minutes

Servings 2-3

Rating

Chettinad Mushroom Curry is one among the delicious Indian Recipes served during many occasions. Try this recipe in an easy way for your family members.

Ingredients

2 cupsMushrooms
1 teaspoonTamarind juice
pinchTurmeric powder
1 teaspoonMustard seeds
10 leavesCurry leaves
2 tablespoonsOil
½ cupCoriander powder
1 teaspoonPepper corns
2Dry red chilies
1 tablespoonCoriander seeds
½ teaspoonCumin seeds
½ teaspoonFennel seeds
2Onions
2Garlic cloves

Directions

Step1Roast peppercorns, dry red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, onions and garlic separately till a nice aroma is released. You can also roast them together if you do not find time to roast them separately
Step2Cool it for a while and grind it to a coarse pate
Step3Keep it aside
Step4Clean mushrooms perfectly using a paper towel and chop them lengthwise
Step5Place pan on flame and add oil to it
Step6Add mustard seeds and curry leaves to it. Let them splutter
Step7Add chopped mushrooms and fry them for about 10 minutes till they get nice color
Step8Do not add water to it as the water in mushrooms is enough for cooking
Step9Add chopped tomatoes to the fried mushrooms and mix it well
Step10Add salt, tamarind juice and turmeric powder to it
Step11Mix them well and cover the lid for few minutes
Step12Add the spice mixture and mix everything well
Step13Wait for 2 minutes and off the flame
Step14Remove it in serving bowl and garnish it with chopped coriander leaves.

Serve it as a side dish for rice or roti. You can also use this as stuffing for masala dosas or samosas. For more taste, add grated coconut after adding tomatoes.

Educational Information About Mushrooms

-Neelima