Follow these steps for perfect results
White Urad Dal (Split)
Salt
Jaggery
Red Chilli Powder
Sunflower Oil
Mustard Seeds
Asafoetida (hing)
Curry leaves
Methi Seeds (Fenugreek Seeds)
Bimbla (Bilimbi)
cubed
Turmeric powder
Fresh coconut
grated
Wash Bimbla 3-4 times.
Cut them into very small cubes.
In a heavy bottomed pan, bring a cup of water to a boil.
Add the chopped Bimbla to the boiling water and let them soften.
Grind grated coconut along with red chili powder and turmeric powder using a spoon of water.
Add the coconut paste in the boiled bimbla.
Add jaggery to the pan as well. Add some water just to thin it out and allow this mixture to boil.
In a separate pan, heat sunflower oil on medium heat.
Add Fenugreek seeds, Urad dal, mustard seeds and Curry leaves.
Cover and let the seeds crackle on low heat.
Once the mustard seeds have crackled, add asafoetida and remove from heat.
Pour this tempering over the boiling curry.
Add salt as per your taste.
Stir the mixture until everything combines.
Remove from heat and serve Bimbla Uddamethi with Steamed Rice.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of jaggery based on the sourness of the bilimbi.
Ensure the mustard seeds crackle well in the tempering for the best flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 mins
Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh coconut.
Serve hot with steamed rice.
Serve with a side of mixed vegetables ajethna.
Pairs well with the sourness and spice.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Goan cuisine, often made during the monsoon season when bilimbi is abundant.
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