Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/10 checked
4
servings
0.25 cup

Black sesame seeds

1 tbsp

White Urad Dal (Split)

Split

0.25 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

5 unit

Dry Red Chillies

1 unit

Curry leaves

20 g

Tamarind

soaked

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 unit

Curry leaves

Step 1
~2 min

Soak tamarind in a small amount of water.

Step 2
~2 min

Dry roast urad dal until lightly browned.

Step 3
~2 min

Stir in black sesame seeds, dry chillies, and grated fresh coconut.

Step 4
~2 min

Roast for a few minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

In a mixer grinder, combine sesame seeds, tamarind with water, red chillies, urad dal, and salt.

Step 6
~2 min

Grind to a smooth, thick paste.

Step 7
~2 min

Transfer the chutney to a serving bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

In a tadka pan, heat sunflower oil on low flame.

Step 9
~2 min

Add mustard seeds and allow to splutter.

Step 10
~2 min

Immediately add curry leaves and allow to crackle.

Step 11
~2 min

Pour this tempering on the chutney mix lightly.

Key Technique: Tempering
Step 12
~2 min

Serve with idli or dosa.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the number of chillies to suit your spice preference.

Roast the sesame seeds carefully to prevent burning.

Store the chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day 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.

Serve with dosa.

Serve with rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Idli
Dosa
Uttapam
Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Karnataka

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as a side dish in Karnataka cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack
Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100

More Karnataka Breakfast, Snack Recipes

Discover more delicious Karnataka Breakfast, Snack recipes to expand your culinary repertoire

Karnataka
Medium
A-

Avarekalu Kadubu (Hyacinth Beans Steamed Dumplings)

4.3
(260 reviews)

Avarekalu Kadubu is a traditional Karnataka dish featuring steamed dumplings made from rice rava and hyacinth beans (avarekalu). It's a savory and nutritious breakfast or snack.

25 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (check rava)
70%
65
Karnataka
Medium
C+

Gojju Avalakki (Tamarind & Jaggery Flattened Rice)

4.0
(934 reviews)

Gojju Avalakki is a flavorful and tangy South Indian dish made with flattened rice (poha), tamarind, jaggery, and spices. It's a quick and easy breakfast or snack that's both sweet and savory.

40 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (check asafoetida)
85%
65
Karnataka
Medium
C+

Yele Kadubu with Sweet and Spicy Onion Chutney

4.2
(1930 reviews)

A traditional Karnataka dish, Yele Kadubu are steamed wheat flour dumplings served with a flavorful sweet and spicy onion chutney. Perfect for breakfast or a tea-time snack.

30 min
N/A cal
Vegetarian
75%
65
Karnataka
Easy
A+

Ellu Chutney

4.3
(372 reviews)

A flavorful and nutty chutney from Karnataka, made with sesame seeds, urad dal, and coconut. Perfect as a side dish or condiment.

20 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
80%
65
Karnataka
Easy
C+

Pudina Mavinakayi Chutney (Mint Mango Chutney)

4.5
(994 reviews)

A refreshing and tangy chutney from Karnataka, featuring raw mango, mint, and coconut.

15 min
50 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
65
Karnataka
Easy
A-

Mysore Style Chutney

4.5
(1372 reviews)

A flavorful and slightly spicy South Indian chutney made with chana dal, red chilies, and tamarind, perfect as a side dish with idli or dosa.

65 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (check ingredients)
75%
65
Karnataka
Easy
C+

Groundnut Chutney Podi

4.1
(518 reviews)

A flavorful and versatile peanut chutney powder from Karnataka, perfect as a side dish with idli, dosa, or roti.

10 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (naturally)
75%
70
Karnataka
Easy
A-

Mint Mango Chutney

4.2
(392 reviews)

A refreshing and flavorful South Indian chutney made with mint, raw mango, and coconut, perfect as a side dish.

15 min
50 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
75