Follow these steps for perfect results
Green Chillies
chopped
Butter
unsalted
Ridge Gourd Skin
peeled
Cumin seeds
Cumin seeds
Mustard seeds
Fresh coconut
grated
Dry Red Chillies
Jaggery
Sunflower Oil
Curry leaves
Tamarind
lemon sized
Heat 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil in a skillet or kadai.
Add the ridge gourd peel and saute until it shrinks in size.
Add green chillies, tamarind, coconut, and cumin seeds to the skillet and saute for a few minutes until the coconut releases a roasted aroma.
Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool.
Once cooled, add salt, jaggery, and grind the ridge gourd peel mixture in a mixer grinder into a smooth paste. Add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
Transfer the chutney to a bowl and adjust salt and spice levels to your preference.
In the same kadai, heat 1 teaspoon of sunflower oil for tempering.
Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dry red chillies. Allow them to crackle and roast well.
Add curry leaves and stir.
Add the tempering to the Heerekai Sippe Chutney and serve.
Serve the Heerekai Sippe Chutney with Dosas or as a side dish with your main course.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of green chillies to control the spice level.
Roasting the ingredients well enhances the flavor.
Use fresh coconut for the best taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 mins
Can be made 1-2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve in a small bowl, garnished with a sprig of curry leaves.
Serve with Dosa
Serve with Idli
Serve as a side dish with rice
The spices in the chutney pair well with the spices in the chai.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Part of South Indian cuisine, emphasizing resourcefulness and utilizing all parts of vegetables.
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