Jharkhand Badi Sabzi Sun Dried Urad Dal Dumpling Tomato Curry

Ingredients

• 20 to 24 badi (sun-dried urad dal dumplings — available at Indian stores)
• 1 medium onion — finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes — finely chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
• 1/4 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 cup water
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander

Method

1. Fry the badi in 1 tbsp oil on medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and slightly puffed. Remove and set aside.
2. In remaining oil add finely chopped onion.
3. Cook 8 minutes until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste.
4. Cook 2 minutes. Add tomatoes. Cook 7 minutes until oil separates.
5. Add turmeric, coriander powder and red chilli powder. Cook 2 minutes.
6. Add 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer. Add fried badi.
7. Simmer covered on medium for 10 to 12 minutes — the badi absorb the curry and swell, developing a spongy texture that carries the gravy beautifully.
8. Add garam masala and salt. Garnish with coriander.