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Kadappa Recipe, Kumbakonam Thanjavur Kadappa Recipe

April 29, 2016 by Suguna Vinodh 13 Comments

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Kadappa is a lentil based gravy (resembling kurma) usually served with idli / dosa varieties in the Thanjavur – Kumbakonam region. When I first heard about this dish, I was curious about the name. I do not know as to how the dish got its name as kadappa. There isn’t any history available. Thanjavur – Kumbakonam is rich in history and heritage and this dish is truly an unique dish that belongs to the region. There are several things that are so unique to the region. Starting from the great temples to the degree coffee, it has a lot to offer. I was fortunate to witness the making of thanjavur bronzes ( may be the last generation of the dying breed of craftsmen) during my last trip. Chola Bronzes are famous worldwide and this art has a rich heritage of more than a thousand years. It is so meticulously crafted and detailed that one falls in love the moment you see them. If you happen to visit Thanjavur-Kumbakonam, don’t forget to pick up a few.

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Here is the recipe for kadappa. There is a little prep work thats needed.
Boil half a cup of split yellow moong dal with 1.5 cups of water in a pressure cooker for 4 whistles/10 minutes until mushy. Set aside.
Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are fork tender. Peel the potatoes, chop them into small pieces and set aside.

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We will now grind the kadappa masala. Take all of the ingredients listed under masala and grind it to a smooth paste. Add up to 1 cup of water while grinding. Set aside.

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Heat oil in a pan and add in the chopped onions and curry leaves. Saute till the onions are soft. Add in the tomatoes and the salt. Saute till the tomatoes are slightly mushy.

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Add in the ground masala, potatoes and the dal. Add in 1.5 cups of water. Cover the pan and let it simmer on a low flame for 10 minutes.

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Saute once in a while so the gravy does not stick to the bottom. The gravy is ready when the potatoes fall apart. Add in couple of sprigs of curry leaves. Switch off the flame and serve hot with with idli / dosa varieties.

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Kumbakonam – Thanjavur Kadappa Recipe


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  • Author: Kannamma - Suguna Vinodh
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 4 persons 1x
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Description

Kadappa is very flavorful side dish served traditionally with idli in the kumbakonam / thanjavur side. Its made with lentils,potatoes and coconut masala.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 medium sized potatoes
  • 1/2 cup of yellow split moong dal

For Kadappa Masala

  • 1/2 cup fresh shredded coconut
  • 5 green chillies
  • 1 inch piece ginger
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 star anise
  • 2 cardamon
  • 2 piece cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoon fennel seeds (sombu/perunjeeragam)

For Tempering

  • 2 teaspoon peanut oil
  • 2 medium sized onions, chopped
  • 4 sprigs curry leaves
  • 1 big ripe tomato, chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Boil half a cup of split yellow moong dal with 1.5 cups of water in a pressure cooker for 4 whistles/10 minutes until mushy. Set aside.
  2. Boil the potatoes in salted water till they are fork tender. Peel the potatoes, chop them into small pieces and set aside.
  3. Take all of the ingredients listed under masala and grind it to a smooth paste. Add up to 1 cup of water while grinding. Set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a pan and add in the chopped onions and curry leaves. Saute till the onions are soft. Add in the tomatoes and the salt. Saute till the tomatoes are slightly mushy.
  5. Add in the ground masala, potatoes and the dal. Add in 1.5 cups of water. Cover the pan and let it simmer on a low flame for 10 minutes.
  6. Saute once in a while so the gravy does not stick to the bottom. The gravy is ready when the potatoes fall apart. Add in couple of sprigs of curry leaves. Switch off the flame and serve hot with with idli / dosa varieties.

Notes

Green chillies are only used for this dish. If you want a very spicy dish, add more green chillies.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Tamilnadu

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  1. Priya Dhinesh says

    February 16, 2021 at 3:00 am

    Hi Kannamma Aka,

    I tried the recipe today for dinner with Idly and it came out very well.
    Thank you for sharing us wonderful tasty recipe as always!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Suguna Vinodh says

      February 17, 2021 at 12:12 am

      Thank you ma.

      Reply
  2. vanitha says

    August 8, 2018 at 12:55 am

    I tried it today and it was too good. Thanks for sharing the recipe, it did go well with appam

    Reply
  3. vijaya venkatesan says

    April 11, 2017 at 1:05 pm

    fantastic simple &wonderfuly explained

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Suguna Vinodh says

      April 11, 2017 at 1:52 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Laks says

    May 7, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    Hi kannama…I have tried almost all your veg recipes in your blog except baking…you are awesome…more than the recipe your style of connecting recipe’s with people or places or memories make it more interesting…esp. In this recipe they also add green peas…instead of tomato lemon juice.

    Just curious to know what knid of kadai or utensil you generally use for cooking..

    ★★★★★

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    • Suguna Vinodh says

      May 7, 2016 at 10:44 pm

      I use heavy stainless steel pans or pressure cooker!

      Reply
  5. Suba says

    May 2, 2016 at 10:18 am

    Looks delicious, planning to make this tommorow with idli. Thanks for the recipes Suguna, love your blog. Being a Malaysian Tamil living in Australia your blog helps me know Tamil cuisine better.

    Reply
    • Suguna Vinodh says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:42 am

      Thank you so much Suba! Happy cooking.

      Reply
  6. Raji says

    May 2, 2016 at 10:15 am

    I tried this today for dinner.Yummy!!!!!Its something different than the regular chutneys but really worth trying.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Suguna Vinodh says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:43 am

      Thanks Raji! Its so delicious, isnt it?

      Reply
  7. geetha says

    May 1, 2016 at 9:32 pm

    lovely recipe.I love your precise recipes.Thank you.

    regards

    geetha

    Reply
    • Suguna Vinodh says

      May 2, 2016 at 1:42 am

      Thank you so much for writing in. I am very glad that you like the recipe.

      Reply

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