Lotus Stem Korma - Kamal kakdi korma

Lotus Stem Korma - Kamal kakdi korma

Ingredients

• 250 gm lotus stems
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 2 Tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 Tbsp chopped coriander leaves to garnish

For paste

• 1 Tbsp chopped ginger
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 tsp coriander seeds

Method

• Peel the outer layer of the lotus stems and wash well. Soak in the plenty of water for some time because mud inside the stem.
• Slice the stems into 1/2 cm thick pieces.
• Boil 4 cups of water and add the sliced lotus stems.
• Simmer till tender. It will take about 30 minutes. For checking it should be press with a slight pressure. Drain the water and cool.
• Make paste of paste ingredients with some water.
• Add the ground ingredients, and mix well. In a heavy-based pan, heat the oil.
• Add the cumin seeds and asafoetida.
• When the seeds splutter, add the vegetable mixture and stir well.
• Add the yogurt and cook over high heat till the liquid evaporates.
• Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with chapatti or parathas.