Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tsp

White Urad Dal (Split)

1 to taste

Salt

20 g

Jaggery

1 tsp

Red Chilli Powder

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Mustard Seeds

1 pinch

Asafoetida (hing)

10 unit

Curry leaves

1 tsp

Methi Seeds (Fenugreek Seeds)

6 unit

Bimbla (Bilimbi)

cubed

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Wash Bimbla 3-4 times.

Step 2
~2 min

Cut them into very small cubes.

Step 3
~2 min

In a heavy bottomed pan, bring a cup of water to a boil.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the chopped Bimbla to the boiling water and let them soften.

Step 5
~2 min

Grind grated coconut along with red chili powder and turmeric powder using a spoon of water.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the coconut paste in the boiled bimbla.

Step 7
~2 min

Add jaggery to the pan as well. Add some water just to thin it out and allow this mixture to boil.

Step 8
~2 min

In a separate pan, heat sunflower oil on medium heat.

Step 9
~2 min

Add Fenugreek seeds, Urad dal, mustard seeds and Curry leaves.

Step 10
~2 min

Cover and let the seeds crackle on low heat.

Step 11
~2 min

Once the mustard seeds have crackled, add asafoetida and remove from heat.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour this tempering over the boiling curry.

Key Technique: Tempering
Step 13
~2 min

Add salt as per your taste.

Step 14
~2 min

Stir the mixture until everything combines.

Step 15
~2 min

Remove from heat and serve Bimbla Uddamethi with Steamed Rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

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 stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with steamed rice.

Serve with a side of mixed vegetables ajethna.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed Rice
Mixed Vegetables Ajethna

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Goa, India

Cultural Significance

Traditional Goan cuisine, often made during the monsoon season when bilimbi is abundant.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

60/100

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