Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Mixed fruits

cubed

1.5 cup

Curd (Dahi / Yogurt)

whisked

0.25 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

2 tsp

Jaggery

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 ml

Water

as required

0.25 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

2 unit

Green Chillies

roughly chopped

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

2 unit

Dry Red Chilli

broken

1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

1 sprig

Curry leaves

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare a paste of coconut, green chillies, and mustard seeds using a blender with a little water. Set aside.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat a pan and add chopped fruits with 2 tablespoons of water.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook on simmer for about 5 minutes, or until fruits are softened.

Step 4
~2 min

Add turmeric powder, salt, and jaggery. Stir well.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the coconut paste to the pan and cook for a few minutes until the water is absorbed.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove from heat and add whisked yogurt. Mix gently.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat oil in a separate pan.

Step 8
~2 min

Add mustard seeds, dry red chillies, and curry leaves to the hot oil.

Step 9
~2 min

Sauté for about a minute until the mustard seeds splutter.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour the tempering over the fruit pachadi.

Step 11
~2 min

Mix well to combine.

Step 12
~2 min

Refrigerate until served.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chillies to your spice preference.

Ensure the yogurt is not too sour.

Chill well before serving for best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Coconut, spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a side dish with rice or roti.

Pairs well with spicy dishes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Roti
Spicy curries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Part of traditional South Indian meals, often served during festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ugadi
Diwali
Onam

Occasion Tags

Festivals
Summer
Lunch
Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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