Kongunadu Style Senai Kilangu Masala Recipe - Yam in Spicy Gravy

Step 1: To begin making the Kongunadu Style Senai Kilangu Masala Recipe, we will first pressure cook the yam with water, turmeric powder, salt for about 2 whistle

Step 2: Release the pressure naturally, and drain the excess water and keep the cooked yam aside

Step 3: Heat a flat skillet with oil, add curry leaves and allow it splutter for few seconds, add cinnamon stick, cloves and let it saute for few seconds

Step 4: Add dry red chillies, garlic, and ginger and saute until it softens

Step 5: Later add poppy seeds and grated coconut and saute until they turn light brown

Step 6: Switch off the heat and allow it to cool down

Step 7: Transfer it to a mixing jar and add little water and grind it into a smooth paste

Step 8: Heat the same pan again with oil, add mustard seeds and curry leaves and allow it splutter and crackle for few seconds

Step 9: Add your ground paste and give it a stir

Step 10: Finally add cooked yam and mix the masalas well

Step 11: Cook until the masala has reduced and you get a dry mixture

Step 12: Check for salt and adjust the seasoning according to your palate and serve hot

Step 13: Serve the Kongunadu Style Senai Kilangu Masala Recipe along with Tawa Paratha, Palak Dal and Steamed rice to enjoy your everyday lunch