Guess.....

Can you guess the star ingredient in this kootu curry?

It is a rather unusual ingredient.....well, unusual to me, as I have never seen it being used before. If I say anything more, it will make guessing that much easier.
So, until I reveal the answer, keep guessing.
Once I do, I am sure there will be someone who will tell me that they make this exactly the same way but until then.....I'll enjoy my bubble and bask in the glory of having come up with something original.