Yele Kadubu with Sweet and Spicy Onion Chutney
Yele Kadubu with Sweet and Spicy Onion Chutney is a simple and healthy recipe from Karnataka that can be enjoyed as a delicious snack. This dish consists of steamed wheat flour dumplings, known as Yele Kadubu, which are served with a tangy, sweet, and spicy onion chutney. The combination of the soft, steamed dumplings and the flavorful chutney makes this dish absolutely irresistible! Perfect for your evening snacks or even as a breakfast option, this traditional recipe will transport you to the rich culinary culture of Karnataka.
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Karnataka
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For Yele Kadubu:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Wheat flour | 1 ½ cups |
| Water | As needed (for kneading) |
| Salt | To taste |
| Ghee | 3 tablespoons |
| Oil | As needed (for greasing) |
For Onion Chutney:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Red onions | 2 large |
| Garlic cloves | 10 cloves |
| Fenugreek seeds | ¼ teaspoon |
| Dried red chilies | 10 whole |
| Tamarind paste | 1 tablespoon |
| Jaggery (powdered) | 5 tablespoons |
| Oil | As needed |
| Salt | To taste |
Preparation Time
15 minutes
Cooking Time
15 minutes
Instructions
To Make the Yele Kadubu:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, salt, and ghee. Add a little water at a time and knead into a smooth, soft dough.
- Once the dough is well-kneaded, cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
- After resting, take a small portion of the dough and roll it into a ball. Flatten it slightly, fold it in half, then fold it again to form a triangle shape. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
- Grease the idli steamer or a similar steaming vessel with a little ghee or oil.
- Place the shaped dumplings (Kadubu) in the steamer, cover, and steam for about 8-10 minutes until fully cooked and soft. Alternatively, you can cook them in a traditional steamer using the steam method.
To Make the Sweet and Spicy Onion Chutney:
- Heat oil in a frying pan or kadhai. Add the red onions, fenugreek seeds, and dried red chilies. Sauté the mixture until the onions become soft and slightly caramelized.
- Once the onions are cooked, remove the mixture from the heat and allow it to cool down.
- Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a blender. Add the tamarind paste, jaggery powder, and salt. Blend everything together until it forms a smooth chutney.
- Taste the chutney and adjust the sweetness or saltiness as per your preference.
Serving:
- Serve the soft Yele Kadubu dumplings hot, paired with the sweet and spicy onion chutney on the side.
- Enjoy this delightful dish with a cup of masala chai for a perfect evening snack.
Tips:
- You can adjust the consistency of the chutney by adding more or less water while blending.
- For an extra flavor boost, you can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) while frying the onions.
- If you prefer a spicier chutney, increase the number of dried red chilies.
This Yele Kadubu with Sweet and Spicy Onion Chutney recipe brings together the rich flavors of Karnataka’s traditional cuisine. The soft, steamed Kadubu combined with the tangy, sweet, and spicy chutney will surely satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for a tea-time snack, this dish will be loved by everyone in the family. Give it a try and enjoy the authentic taste of Karnataka!
