TogariKayi Kurma

Togari Kayi Kurma is a flavorful South Indian curry made with fresh pigeon peas (togari kayi in Kannada), coconut, and a fragrant blend of spices. This traditional Karnataka-style kurma is especially popular during the winter season, when fresh togarikayi (tender pigeon peas) are in abundance.

In many Karnataka households, Togari Kayi Kurma is a cherished seasonal delicacy — a comforting reminder of the harvest months. Packed with protein, fiber, and traditional South Indian flavors, it’s both nutritious and delicious. 

Ingredients

• Togarikalu– 1 cup

• 

  TogariKayi Kurma

  (cooked )
• Tomatoes-1 cup (chopped)
• Boiled Potatoes-1 cup chopped
  
• Dhania Jeera pwd-1/2 tsp
• Bhath Pwd-2 tsp 
• Oil-1-2 tsp
• Salt-for taste
• Cumin seeds -1/2 tsp
• Coriander leaves-few

For grinding:

Half cup grated fresh coconut, 

5-6 cashews, 

1tbsp khus khus,  

1 tbsp fried gram

1 Green Chilly

1/2 tsp jeera

1 Onion chopped

1/2 inch cinnamon

1 clove

Grind these into fine paste adding very little water and keep aside.

Method-

In a pan, prepare the seasoning with oil , mustard, jeera, chana dal, Urad dal, Hing, curry leaves.. Add chopped onion, tomatoes and fry well. Next add the cooked Togarikayi. Stir well. Add little water, cover and let it cook for 10 mins. Next add the ground paste to the gravy and mix well.. Cover and let it cook for 5-10 mins. Keep stirring. Once done, add salt and mix well. Add the chopped coriander leaves, a spoon of thick creamy curd and mix. Let it simmer for 5 mins. Serve this TogariKayi Kurma hot with Chapati/ Paratha or enjoy with rice.

Whether served with rice, roti, or parotta, it offers a satisfying and wholesome meal. With its blend of aromatic spices and creamy texture, and goodness of freshly shelled pigeon peas this Kurma is a true delight!  Enjoy ! 

Adjust the spice and salt as per your taste and preferences.

 

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