I am an American married to a South Indian. I love the delicious food that my mother-in-law makes, but I can never seem to get my hands on any authentic South Indian recipes. This blog is simply a collection of dishes I have learned by watching Ammachi ("grandma") in the kitchen. From the heart of our home to yours, I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

Yogurt Curry

Eaters beware: this yogurt curry has quite a bite!  It is smooth and cool in the mouth, with a bit of fire in the throat!  But don't let that throw you off, it is delicious and a great accompaniment to many of the other curries.  If you simply can't stand the heat, you may add extra yogurt and/or reduce the amount of chili powder.  


Ingredients
2 cups plain yogurt
2 cups water
2 Tbsp oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1/4 onion, minced
2 Tbsp fenugreek seeds
1/2 Tbsp curry powder
1/2 Tbsp ground cumin
1 Tbsp chili powder 1 tomato, diced
Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped


1.  Mix yogurt and water with a whisk until smooth.  Warm over low heat in small saucepan (do not boil).  Set aside.

2. Heat oil in small skillet; add mustard seeds.  When seeds start to pop, add onion and fenugreek; saute until browned.

3.  Add curry powder, cumin, chili powder and tomato; stir to mix.  Saute until heated through.

4.  Add seasoning mixture to yogurt.  Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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