Kerala Style Taro Root Curry Recipe (Colocasia)

Step 1: To begin making the Kerala style Taro root curry, first thoroughly wash and scrub theboiled Taro roots

Step 2: (You can soak them for 20-30 minutes in water, so that the dirt comes off easily)Apply some coconut (or any other) oil to your hands and peel them

Step 3: Be sure to remove the green layer under the skin too

Step 4: Cut the Taro root into bite sized pieces

Step 5: In a sauce pan/Kadai or a seasoned earthen pot add the Taro root, tamarind piece(s), salt and some water

Step 6: Cook on low flame till it is well cooked

Step 7: Meanwhile, in a mixer blend together the coconut, chilli powder and small onions

Step 8: Add this mixture to the cooked Taro roots, add salt if required and cook for 5-6 minutes more

Step 9: Heat oil in a small pan and add the mustard seeds

Step 10: Once they splutter add the cumin seeds

Step 11: Add the onions, curry leaves and sauté for a minute

Step 12: Add the red chillies, sauté for a few seconds and add this tempering to the Taro root curry

Step 13: Mix well and cook for 1-2 minutes

Step 14: Your Kerala Style Taroo Root Curry Recipe Is ready, serve with hot rice or phulkas