Drumstick Theeyal

Ingredients: Frozen Drumstick - 1/2 to 1 Full Packet Pearl/Sambar Onions - 1 Cup Curry Leaves - 5 to 6 Mustard Seeds - 1/2 tsp. Tamarind Paste - 2 tbsp. Sugar - 1/2tsp. Asafoetida - 1 Pinch Grated Coconut - 1/2 Cup Red Chillies - 7 Coriander Seeds - 1 tbsp. Cumin Seeds - 1/4 tsp. Black Peppercorns - 7 to 8 Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp. Coriander Leaves - Few (For Garnishing) Oil - 3 tbsp. Salt  - To Taste.

Method:

Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a small pan and saute coconut till it is light brown. Add 5 red chillies,coriander seeds,cumin seeds and black peppercorns and fry till it emits an aroma. Add the turmeric powder and stir-fry for 2-3 seconds.Let it cool.Then  grind into a coarse powder. Heat 2 tbsp. of oil and add the mustard seeds,curry leaves and remaining red chillies. When the mustard seeds start spluttering,add asafoetida and  pearl/sambar onions and saute it for 5 mins on a medium heat. Add frozen drumsticks and enough salt and cook until they are tender. Now add the ground masala powder and cook for a few seconds. Add water,tamarind paste,salt and sugar and bring it to a boil. Then simmer for 5 to 7 mins.Remove from the stove and garnish with some coriander leaves. Serve it hot with steamed rice. Note : Theeyal can also be prepared with Prawns/Shrimp,Bitter Gourd,            Okra/Lady's Finger,Brinjal/Eggplant. Source : A Friend.