Mushroom
in English, Kalan in Tamil is one of my favorite vegetable oops! No! one of my
favorite meat oh hoo No! one of my favorite fungus!! Yup you heard it right! It
is neither a vegetable nor a meat, it’s an edible fungus. They are very healthy
and nutritious. They boost your immune system and are very low in calories.
Also it is a very good natural source of Vitamin D.
Recipe
Overview – Mushroom sauted in onion, GG paste & tomato, flavored with
spice powders and coconut mixture.
With mushrooms you can make lot of recipes
starting from Soups, Starters, Curry, Gravy, Stir fries, Salads etc., list
continues. Here I am sharing the mushroom masala recipe which is made with very
basic ingredients. It is one of the easy recipes for bachelors and a newly
married woman’s to try out.
Click here to check out the Health benefits of each ingredients used in this recipe
Mushroom
in English, Kalan in Tamil is one of my favorite vegetable oops! No! one of my
favorite meat oh hoo No! one of my favorite fungus!! Yup you heard it right! It
is neither a vegetable nor a meat, it’s an edible fungus. They are very healthy
and nutritious. They boost your immune system and are very low in calories.
Also it is a very good natural source of Vitamin D.
Recipe Overview – Mushroom sauted in onion, GG paste & tomato, flavored with spice powders and coconut mixture.
Recipe Overview – Mushroom sauted in onion, GG paste & tomato, flavored with spice powders and coconut mixture.
With mushrooms you can make lot of recipes
starting from Soups, Starters, Curry, Gravy, Stir fries, Salads etc., list
continues. Here I am sharing the mushroom masala recipe which is made with very
basic ingredients. It is one of the easy recipes for bachelors and a newly
married woman’s to try out.
Click here to check out the Health benefits of each ingredients used in this recipe
Click here to check out the Health benefits of each ingredients used in this recipe
Mushroom Gravy/ Kalan Kuzhambu
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Ingredients Needed:
- Button Mushroom – 1 pack
- Onion – 1 ½
- Tomato - 2
- Ginger Garlic Paste – 1 ½ tbsp
- Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp
- Red Chilli Powder – 1 ½ tbsp
- Garam Masala Powder – 1 ½ tbsp
- Salt – as needed
- Oil – as needed
- For Seasoning:
- Fennel Seeds – 1 tsp
- Bay Leaf – 1
- Stone Flower – 2/3
- Cinnamon - ½
- For Masala:
- Coconut – 3 or 4 small pieces
- Poppy seeds – 1 tsp
- Onion – ½
- Fennel Seeds – 1 tsp
Preparation:
- First step is to clean the mushroom by removing the black dirt and washing it either in running water or in a bowl of water. Since mushroom has the tendency to absorb water, after washing, place it in a clean towel to absorb excess water. Now cut mushroom into vertical pieces.
- In the mixer, add coconut, poppy seeds, Fennel seeds and onion and grind it into smooth paste
Method:
- Heat oil in a pan or kadai. Once oil gets heated, add all the ingredients mentioned under Seasoning section.
- Now add onion and sauté until it become transparent, then add Ginger Garlic paste. Sauté until you get aroma of ginger garlic paste. [Note: Raw smell of Ginger Garlic paste must go off]
- Then add tomato, sauté until tomato smashed completely. [Note: Small pinch of salt can be added for tomato to get smashed quickly]
- Now add the prepared masala to it and add some water. Next add Turmeric powder, Red Chilli powder, Garam Masala and Salt. Allow the gravy to boil for few minutes.
- Now add the chopped mushroom into it. Close it it with lid for 5 – 6 minutes. [Note: Do not add water at this stage, since mushroom will leave water]
- If the gravy consistency is thick, you can add water if required. Finally garnish it with coriander leaves.
- Mushroom masala is ready !!!! You can serve it with Rice or Chappathi
| Author : Mano Priya Vijay |
| Ingredients Needed |
|---|
| Button Mushroom – 1 pack |
| Onion – 1 ½ |
| Tomato - 2 |
| Ginger Garlic Paste – 1 ½ tbsp |
| Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp |
| Red Chilli Powder – 1 ½ tbsp |
| Garam Masala Powder – 1 ½ tbsp |
| Salt – as needed |
| Oil – as needed |
| For Seasoning |
| Fennel Seeds – 1 tsp |
| Bay Leaf – 1 |
| Stone Flower – 2/3 |
| Cinnamon - ½ |
| For Masala |
| Coconut – 3 or 4 small pieces |
| Poppy seeds – 1 tsp |
| Onion – ½ |
| Fennel Seeds – 1 tsp |
Preparation:
- First step is to clean the mushroom by removing the black dirt and washing it either in running water or in a bowl of water. Since mushroom has the tendency to absorb water, after washing, place it in a clean towel to absorb excess water. Now cut mushroom into vertical pieces.
- In the mixer, add coconut, poppy seeds, Fennel seeds and onion and grind it into smooth paste.
Heat oil in a pan or kadai. Once oil gets heated, add all the ingredients mentioned under Seasoning section.
Now add onion and sauté until it become transparent, then add Ginger Garlic paste. Sauté until you get aroma of ginger garlic paste. [Note: Raw smell of Ginger Garlic paste must go off]
Then add tomato, sauté until tomato smashed completely. [Note: Small pinch of salt can be added for tomato to get smashed quickly]
Now add the prepared masala to it and add some water. Next add Turmeric powder, Red Chilli powder, Garam Masala and Salt. Allow the gravy to boil for few minutes.
Now add the chopped mushroom into it. Close it it with lid for 5 – 6 minutes. [Note: Do not add water at this stage, since mushroom will leave water]
If the gravy
consistency is thick, you can add water if required. Finally garnish it with
coriander leaves.
In Tamil there is a saying “Unavae Marunthu, Marunthae Unavu” means “Food is Medicine, Medicine is Food”. In respect to the saying, each and every food we intake in our day to day life has lots of health benefits excluding junk foods and tin packed foods, of course they contain preservatives which is unhealthy.
In Indian cuisines, we use lot of ingredients in our making of recipes, which benefits us in many ways. We use them not only for their flavor and taste but for its nutritional and medicinal value as well. If we look deeper into the traditional way of cooking, all the ingredients used in each recipes are well balanced both nutritionally and medicinally.
Each ingredients have many many health benefits but without knowing their health benefits we are using them daily. Let us know at least their important health benefits before we use and eat.
Here I have listed the health benefits of each ingredients I used in the recipe.
Ingredient 1:
In Indian cuisines, we use lot of ingredients in our making of recipes, which benefits us in many ways. We use them not only for their flavor and taste but for its nutritional and medicinal value as well. If we look deeper into the traditional way of cooking, all the ingredients used in each recipes are well balanced both nutritionally and medicinally.
Each ingredients have many many health benefits but without knowing their health benefits we are using them daily. Let us know at least their important health benefits before we use and eat.
Here I have listed the health benefits of each ingredients I used in the recipe.
Ingredient 1:
Mushroom – also known as Kalan in Tamil, Puttagodugulu in Telugu, not sure what do people call it in Hindi, mostly people call it as mushroom only. Varieties of mushrooms are available in markets, so please make sure and be careful because some wild variety of mushrooms are available which are poisonous to our human body. Almost all of us are familiar with the health benefits of mushroom, any which ways here I am listing few. Mushrooms are good for weight management, support immune system by stimulating absorption of iron, prevent and fight cancer, lower blood pressure, blood sugar & cholesterol level
Ingredient 2:
Onion – also known as Vengayam in Tamil, Nirulli in Telugu, Savala in Malayalam, Neeruli in Kannada. Onions are mostly used in all cuisines all over the world. In Indian cuisines, onion and tomato plays a major role, where onion is the base for most of the recipes. Eating raw onions have more health benefits compared to cooked one. Onions protects our immune system, prevent cancer, helps in digestion as it is rich in fiber, Anti-bacterial and Anti-inflammatory.
Ingredient 3:
Tomato - also known as Thakkali in Tamil, Goore Hannu in Kannada, Tamatar in Hindi, Tamata in Telugu. Tomato is considered to be both fruit and vegetables are nutrient rich which supports healthful skin, reduces risk of heart disease, great source of vitamin C and Fiber, great source of Antioxidant. When comes to healthy skin, I must talk about the beauty tips. Apply raw tomato to acne for shrinkage. Mash and mix it honey to form a paste and use a mask and rinse off after 15 minutes.
Ingredient 4:
Ginger – also known as Inji in Tamil and Malayalam, Allam in Telugu, Alla in Kannada, Adu in Hindi. By saying ginger itself making me to feel the nice flavor of it. Using ginger in our recipes will kick up the flavor for our dishes. Ginger being a root vegetable, a natural spice has loads and loads of health benefits, they are widely used in medical treatment next to turmeric. We can incorporate ginger either fresh or dried or grounded or in juice form. It is used to treat various stomach problems, helps with motion sickness, in treatment of cold and flu, antibiotic, anti-cancer, and strengthens immune system. In South Indian traditional post-delivery treatment, ginger plays a major role and also gives relief from menstrual cramp pain.
Ingredient 5:
Garlic – also known as Vellai Poondu in Tamil, Vellulli in Telugu, Veluthulli in Malayalam, Bellulli in Kannada, Lasun in Hindi. As we all know garlic has many medicinal value, list goes very long. Helps in lowering Cholesterol levels, boosts immunity and digestive systems, helps to treat cough and cold, helps to lower blood pressure, gives relief from intestinal problems, boosts immunity, good source of vitamin C and B6, antioxidant, cancer fighter, natural antibiotic and the list goes on…..
Ingredient 6:
Turmeric – also known as Manjal in Tamil and Malayalam, Pasupu in Telugu, Arashina in Kannada, Haldi in Hindi. In India, turmeric is consider to be most auspicious in house rituals. Turmeric medicinal value are numerous, the best antiseptic/antibiotic available in our kitchen racks. It plays a major role in Ayurveda treatment, used in skin treatment (We the south Indians use turmeric daily during our shower making our skin free from pimples, clears acne scars, makes skin flawless and glowing ), rich in antioxidants, cure cough (taking warm milk with turmeric and crushed pepper corns clears of your throat), prevents blood clots.
Ingredient 7:
Red Chili/ Red Chili Powder – also known as Sigappu Milagai in Tamil, Erra Mirapa Kayalu in Telugu, Vattal Mulaku in Malayalam, Molaku in Kannada, Lal Mirch in Hindi. Most widely used spices is Red chilies. They are used in recipes, for pickles, for chutneys etc., Fresh Red and Green Chilies are rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, also good source of Vitamin A and E. If used more then you will be turn up with watery eyes and burning tongue and stomach.
Ingredient 8:
Garam Masala Powder – Garam masala powder, most flavorful masala powder in our kitchen shelves. It is a mix of all flavored spices like fennel seeds, cumin seeds, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, pepper corns, red chillies, staranise, nutmeg, coriander seeds, you can add spices as per your own taste. All these spices are dry roasted and grounded into powder and are used in recipes for flavor. Since it is a mixture of many spices, this has bundles of health benefits, including Anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidants (via cumin seeds), good for teeth (via cloves), slows the aging process etc.,
Ingredient 9:
Salt – also known as Uppu in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada & Malayalam, Namak in Hindi. There is a saying in Tamil, “Uppu Illa sapadu kuppaiyile” meaning “Food (sapadu) without salt goes to garbage (kuppai)”. That’s show how salt is an important ingredient. Salt known as sodium chloride used as a seasoning agent in almost all recipes daily. Salt helps in digestion, improves cardiovascular health, improves hydration, helps in healthy respiratory system, vital for electrolyte balance. Salt also have negativites if taken in excess, can increase blood pressure, can lead to heart disease and stroke.
Ingredient 10:
Fennel Seeds – also known as Perunjeeragam in Tamil, Sompu in Telugu & Kannada, Perumjeerakam in Malayalam, Saunf in Hindi. Fennel seeds, apart from using in our recipes, we Indians used to have few fennel seeds at the end of every meal which improves digestion, relieves heartburn and gas, helps in bloating, constipation. It also relieves menstrual cramps and are high in iron. Tip 1: fennel tea can relieve hiccups immediately. Tip 2: In case of frequent acidity, soak 1 tsp of fennel seeds and 5 to 6 raisins in water overnight, drink this water in empty stomach in early morning.
Ingredient 11:
Bay Leaf – also known as Birinji Ilai in Tamil, Biryani Aaku in Telugu, Biryani Ele in Kannada, Karuva Ela in Malayalam, Tej Patta in Hindi. Bay leaf, an aromatic leaf mostly used to enhance the flavor in our recipes, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. It protect against cardiovascular disease, regulate menstrual cycles, helps in digestion, used in treatment of cold and cough, relieves pain.
Ingredient 12:
Stone Flower – also known as Kalpasi in Tamil, Kallupachi in Telugu, kalluhuvu in Kannada, kalppuvu in Malayalam, Dagad Phool in Hindi. Stone flower an aromatic spices used mostly in Non-veg preparations and chettinad preparations, also essential items in biriyani preparations. It helps to improve digestion, anti-inflammatory, helps to maintain body temperature, helps to treat/prevent urinary infection problems.
Ingredient 13:
Cinnamon – also known as Lavangapattai in Tamil, Lavangapatta in Telugu, Lavanga Chakke in Kannada, Karuvapatta in Malayalam, Dalchini in Hindi. Cinnamon, a highly aromatic and delicious spices have most powerful medicinal properties. When mixed with honey it can cure diseases like Arthritis, Indigestion, Cholesterol, Heart Disease and even cancer. It has large amount of antioxidants which prevents oxidative damage, smelling cinnamon will help to improve memory and attention, very good remedy for headache and migraines, reduces blood sugar levels (anti-diabetic effect) and many more.
Ingredient 14:
Coconut – also known as Thengai in Tamil, Kobbari Kaaya in Telugu, Thenginakai in Kannada, Thenga in Malayalam, Nariyal in Hindi. Coconut which can be used in different forms starting from tender coconut water, coconut water, coconut oil, coconut milk and many more. Tender coconut which has lots of benefits which we can look after it separately. Fresh coconut water is sweat in taste and are tremendously beneficial to health. Coconuts are one of the main ingredients in Indian cuisines which are widely used in preparing chutneys. Cocnuts are anti-viral, anti-bacterial, boosts immune systems, rich in fiber, controls diabetics by improving insulin secretion, improves good cholesterol, has good source of vitamins (C, E, B1, B5 etc.,) and minerals (iron, calcicum etc.,) to maintain a healthy skin and healthy hair.
Ingredient 15:
Poppy Seeds – also known as Kasakassa in Tamil, Gasagasalu Telugu, Kaskas in Malayalam, Kasa Kase in Kannada, Khuskhus in Hindi. In Indian cuisines, poppy seeds are used in several dishes either as whole or grounded. Though poppy seeds are small in size, amazingly it have numerous health benefits. Even Poppy seeds oil are also available in market. The most important health benefits is they are helpful in prevention of heart disease and strokes (it has omega-6 fatty acid which is good for heart). Also helpful in strengthening bones since it contain lots of iron and calcium. Tip: 1. It works great as a moisturizer for the skin. 2. Mix poppy seeds with curd which works as natural face scrubber. 3. Nourishes split and dry hair. 4. Best for thin and rough hair.
Ingredient 2:
Onion – also known as Vengayam in Tamil, Nirulli in Telugu, Savala in Malayalam, Neeruli in Kannada. Onions are mostly used in all cuisines all over the world. In Indian cuisines, onion and tomato plays a major role, where onion is the base for most of the recipes. Eating raw onions have more health benefits compared to cooked one. Onions protects our immune system, prevent cancer, helps in digestion as it is rich in fiber, Anti-bacterial and Anti-inflammatory.
Ingredient 3:
Tomato - also known as Thakkali in Tamil, Goore Hannu in Kannada, Tamatar in Hindi, Tamata in Telugu. Tomato is considered to be both fruit and vegetables are nutrient rich which supports healthful skin, reduces risk of heart disease, great source of vitamin C and Fiber, great source of Antioxidant. When comes to healthy skin, I must talk about the beauty tips. Apply raw tomato to acne for shrinkage. Mash and mix it honey to form a paste and use a mask and rinse off after 15 minutes.
Ingredient 4:
Ginger – also known as Inji in Tamil and Malayalam, Allam in Telugu, Alla in Kannada, Adu in Hindi. By saying ginger itself making me to feel the nice flavor of it. Using ginger in our recipes will kick up the flavor for our dishes. Ginger being a root vegetable, a natural spice has loads and loads of health benefits, they are widely used in medical treatment next to turmeric. We can incorporate ginger either fresh or dried or grounded or in juice form. It is used to treat various stomach problems, helps with motion sickness, in treatment of cold and flu, antibiotic, anti-cancer, and strengthens immune system. In South Indian traditional post-delivery treatment, ginger plays a major role and also gives relief from menstrual cramp pain.
Ingredient 5:
Garlic – also known as Vellai Poondu in Tamil, Vellulli in Telugu, Veluthulli in Malayalam, Bellulli in Kannada, Lasun in Hindi. As we all know garlic has many medicinal value, list goes very long. Helps in lowering Cholesterol levels, boosts immunity and digestive systems, helps to treat cough and cold, helps to lower blood pressure, gives relief from intestinal problems, boosts immunity, good source of vitamin C and B6, antioxidant, cancer fighter, natural antibiotic and the list goes on…..
Ingredient 6:
Turmeric – also known as Manjal in Tamil and Malayalam, Pasupu in Telugu, Arashina in Kannada, Haldi in Hindi. In India, turmeric is consider to be most auspicious in house rituals. Turmeric medicinal value are numerous, the best antiseptic/antibiotic available in our kitchen racks. It plays a major role in Ayurveda treatment, used in skin treatment (We the south Indians use turmeric daily during our shower making our skin free from pimples, clears acne scars, makes skin flawless and glowing ), rich in antioxidants, cure cough (taking warm milk with turmeric and crushed pepper corns clears of your throat), prevents blood clots.
Ingredient 7:
Red Chili/ Red Chili Powder – also known as Sigappu Milagai in Tamil, Erra Mirapa Kayalu in Telugu, Vattal Mulaku in Malayalam, Molaku in Kannada, Lal Mirch in Hindi. Most widely used spices is Red chilies. They are used in recipes, for pickles, for chutneys etc., Fresh Red and Green Chilies are rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, also good source of Vitamin A and E. If used more then you will be turn up with watery eyes and burning tongue and stomach.
Ingredient 8:
Garam Masala Powder – Garam masala powder, most flavorful masala powder in our kitchen shelves. It is a mix of all flavored spices like fennel seeds, cumin seeds, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, pepper corns, red chillies, staranise, nutmeg, coriander seeds, you can add spices as per your own taste. All these spices are dry roasted and grounded into powder and are used in recipes for flavor. Since it is a mixture of many spices, this has bundles of health benefits, including Anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidants (via cumin seeds), good for teeth (via cloves), slows the aging process etc.,
Ingredient 9:
Salt – also known as Uppu in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada & Malayalam, Namak in Hindi. There is a saying in Tamil, “Uppu Illa sapadu kuppaiyile” meaning “Food (sapadu) without salt goes to garbage (kuppai)”. That’s show how salt is an important ingredient. Salt known as sodium chloride used as a seasoning agent in almost all recipes daily. Salt helps in digestion, improves cardiovascular health, improves hydration, helps in healthy respiratory system, vital for electrolyte balance. Salt also have negativites if taken in excess, can increase blood pressure, can lead to heart disease and stroke.
Ingredient 10:
Fennel Seeds – also known as Perunjeeragam in Tamil, Sompu in Telugu & Kannada, Perumjeerakam in Malayalam, Saunf in Hindi. Fennel seeds, apart from using in our recipes, we Indians used to have few fennel seeds at the end of every meal which improves digestion, relieves heartburn and gas, helps in bloating, constipation. It also relieves menstrual cramps and are high in iron. Tip 1: fennel tea can relieve hiccups immediately. Tip 2: In case of frequent acidity, soak 1 tsp of fennel seeds and 5 to 6 raisins in water overnight, drink this water in empty stomach in early morning.
Ingredient 11:
Bay Leaf – also known as Birinji Ilai in Tamil, Biryani Aaku in Telugu, Biryani Ele in Kannada, Karuva Ela in Malayalam, Tej Patta in Hindi. Bay leaf, an aromatic leaf mostly used to enhance the flavor in our recipes, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. It protect against cardiovascular disease, regulate menstrual cycles, helps in digestion, used in treatment of cold and cough, relieves pain.
Ingredient 12:
Stone Flower – also known as Kalpasi in Tamil, Kallupachi in Telugu, kalluhuvu in Kannada, kalppuvu in Malayalam, Dagad Phool in Hindi. Stone flower an aromatic spices used mostly in Non-veg preparations and chettinad preparations, also essential items in biriyani preparations. It helps to improve digestion, anti-inflammatory, helps to maintain body temperature, helps to treat/prevent urinary infection problems.
Ingredient 13:
Cinnamon – also known as Lavangapattai in Tamil, Lavangapatta in Telugu, Lavanga Chakke in Kannada, Karuvapatta in Malayalam, Dalchini in Hindi. Cinnamon, a highly aromatic and delicious spices have most powerful medicinal properties. When mixed with honey it can cure diseases like Arthritis, Indigestion, Cholesterol, Heart Disease and even cancer. It has large amount of antioxidants which prevents oxidative damage, smelling cinnamon will help to improve memory and attention, very good remedy for headache and migraines, reduces blood sugar levels (anti-diabetic effect) and many more.
Ingredient 14:
Coconut – also known as Thengai in Tamil, Kobbari Kaaya in Telugu, Thenginakai in Kannada, Thenga in Malayalam, Nariyal in Hindi. Coconut which can be used in different forms starting from tender coconut water, coconut water, coconut oil, coconut milk and many more. Tender coconut which has lots of benefits which we can look after it separately. Fresh coconut water is sweat in taste and are tremendously beneficial to health. Coconuts are one of the main ingredients in Indian cuisines which are widely used in preparing chutneys. Cocnuts are anti-viral, anti-bacterial, boosts immune systems, rich in fiber, controls diabetics by improving insulin secretion, improves good cholesterol, has good source of vitamins (C, E, B1, B5 etc.,) and minerals (iron, calcicum etc.,) to maintain a healthy skin and healthy hair.
Ingredient 15:
Poppy Seeds – also known as Kasakassa in Tamil, Gasagasalu Telugu, Kaskas in Malayalam, Kasa Kase in Kannada, Khuskhus in Hindi. In Indian cuisines, poppy seeds are used in several dishes either as whole or grounded. Though poppy seeds are small in size, amazingly it have numerous health benefits. Even Poppy seeds oil are also available in market. The most important health benefits is they are helpful in prevention of heart disease and strokes (it has omega-6 fatty acid which is good for heart). Also helpful in strengthening bones since it contain lots of iron and calcium. Tip: 1. It works great as a moisturizer for the skin. 2. Mix poppy seeds with curd which works as natural face scrubber. 3. Nourishes split and dry hair. 4. Best for thin and rough hair.
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