Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Dry Red Chilli

1 inch

Ginger

chopped

8 sprig

Curry Leaves

1 cup

Tamarind Water

1 tsp

Mustard Seeds

3 unit

Dry Red Chillies

2 tbsp

Chana Dal (Bengal Gram Dal)

Step 1
~2 min

Heat a skillet with oil.

Step 2
~2 min

Crackle the chana dal and roast the dry red chillies.

Step 3
~2 min

Roast the curry leaves until crisp.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the chopped ginger and saute.

Step 5
~2 min

Add tamarind water and let it soak up the water, reducing the flame and stirring.

Step 6
~2 min

Allow the mixture to cool.

Step 7
~2 min

Grind into a smooth paste.

Step 8
~2 min

Heat a small kadai for tempering.

Step 9
~2 min

Crackle mustard seeds and dry red chili.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour the tempering over the chutney.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the number of chillies to your preferred spice level.

Roasting the curry leaves well enhances their flavor.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with idli, dosa, or uttapam.

Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Uttapam
Dosa
Idli

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Andhra Pradesh, India

Cultural Significance

A common side dish in Andhra cuisine, often served with breakfast or as an accompaniment to meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ugadi
Sankranti

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100

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