Quick & Easy Drumstick Gravy in 20 Minutes – Perfect for Busy Days

 Quick & Easy Drumstick Gravy in 20 Minutes – Perfect for Busy Days

We are all fond of home-cooked food, aren’t we? But let’s be honest. When you are during a busy weekday and you are rushing between work, kids and the household chores the last thing you want is to spend hours in the kitchen. It is at this point that the rescue is offered by quick recipes. And with that said, and when you are in the mood of South Indian flavours, then this dish of today is sure to make your heart (and stomach) jump: Quick and Easy Drumstick Gravy in 20 Minutes.

I can recall my school life when my mother made drumstick gravy almost every two weeks. The entire house would smell of freshly ground masala with the drumsticks boiling in tamarind water. Still today when I prepare it quickly I find myself being immediately transported back to that home comfort with the taste. The best part? This is not just a tasty recipe but contains health benefits too.

Therefore, when you are hungry after work or you are a student living alone or even a right away cooker, then this gravy will rescue you.

What is Special with Drumstick Gravy?

Economical: Drumsticks are inexpensive and can be found very easily in the Indian markets, particularly around the season.

Fast Consumption: It is in 20 minutes and not the several hours it would take to prepare it during heavy curry.

You will need (3-4 people) 🥘

Below is a small list of what you will need in preparing this gravy. It does not matter whether you have everything or not, I will also provide alternatives.

• Drumsticks -3 (cut into 3 inch pieces)
• Tamarind ball- small lemon sized (wetted in warm water)
• Onion – 1 medium (finely chopped)
• Tomato – 1 large (chopped)
• Garlic – 4–5 pods (crushed)
• Curry leaves – few sprigs
• Green chilli – 1 (slit)
• Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
• Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander powder – 2 tsp
• Sambar powder- 1 tsp (addition)
• Salt – to taste
• Oil - 2 tbsp (gingelly oil is better to use to taste the real Indian dish)
• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
• Dry red chilli – 1
• Water – as required

🧑‍🍳 Step-by-Step Method (20 Minutes Only!):

At this point, the best part, which is the actual cooking, comes. 

1. Water

• Take thick juice and reserve.

2.Fry the Base

• add mustard seeds, spluter.
• Add red chilli, curry leaves and crushed garlic.
• Fry till the garlic is a little golden.

3. Add Onion & Tomato

• Chopped onion and fry until clear.
• Next add chopped tomato and cook till mushy.

4.Mix the Spices

• powder mixing
• Bake a minute until the masala oils up on the sides.

5.Cook the Drumsticks

• Add cut drumstick pieces.
• Blend thoroughly to have the masala on them.
• Add tamarind water + 1 cup extra water.
• After adding salt, boil it 10-12 minutes until the softening of drumsticks.

6.Final Touch

• The gravy must be tangy and a little thick.
• Turn off the fire and give hot.
• That is all- your tasty Drumstick Gravy is done in under 20 minutes!

🍛 Serving Suggestions:

• This gravy is extremely versatile. You can enjoy it in many ways:
• And with steamed rice (the traditional match).
• As a side dish for idli or dosa.
• Plus chapati or roti, when you want a spicy curry.
• Alongside millets or quinoa for a healthier twist.
• Love straight food? simply prepare this gravy and take papad or appalam in it- I guarantee you will not miss any other food!

🌟 Personal Tip (From My Kitchen):

I occasionally, when not homemade, add a little lemon juice at the end. It is a good tangy flavor and time saver. Also, in case you would like the gravy to become thicker, you may simply mash 23 pieces of drumstick in to the curry- this gives it the natural thickness and taste.

🥦 Variations You Can Try:

• A single recipe does not need to be plain. Some curious variations are as follows:
• Coconut Style: Add ½ cup ground coconut paste towards the end for a creamy texture.
• Add cooked toor dal: To make it like sambar add cooked toor dal.
• Spicy Hotel Style: Before serving, add a spoon of gingelly oil to the top to give the restaurant type flavour.

💚 Health Benefits of Drumstick Gravy:

• Not only is this dish delicious, but it is healthy. Let’s see why:
• Stimulates the immune system: Vitamin C in drumsticks prevents the infection.
• Good to Digestion: Large amounts of fibre make your stomach happy.
• Promotes Skin Wellness: Drumsticks are also reputed to clean the blood and enhance the skin radiance.
• Then there is no wonder our grandmothers always insisted in the inclusion of drumsticks in our meals!

⏱️ Why The Recipe is Ideal on Busy Days:

• Takes just 20 minutes.
• Minimal chopping and simple ingredients.
• Can be cooked in one pot.
• It is even better the following day; leftovers.

🙌 Avoid:

• There is overcooking of drumsticks: they are not mushy but soft.
• Excess tamarind: It is a matter of measure; gravy is extremely sour.
• No garlic: It will add genuine flavour, are you going to resist?

📌 Final Thoughts

• Cooking is nothing complex. You can prepare a tasty, healthy meal, even on the most hectic day with recipes such as this Quick and Easy Drumstick Gravy. You would find yourself making this recipe next time you are so exhausted and do not know what to prepare and your family will be thankful to you
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