Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tsp

White Urad Dal (Split)

2 tsp

Sunflower Oil

0.33 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 unit

Salt

1 tsp

Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal)

0.5 cup

Fresh coconut

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

10 g

Tamarind

10 unit

Indian borage (Doddapatre)

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida (hing)

Step 1
~2 min

Wash the karpooravalli leaves thoroughly.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 3
~2 min

Add urad dal and chana dal and fry until golden brown.

Step 4
~2 min

Add red chillies and karpooravalli leaves, saute until the leaves shrink.

Step 5
~2 min

Allow the mixture to cool.

Step 6
~2 min

Transfer the mixture to a blender.

Step 7
~2 min

Add salt, asafoetida, coconut, and tamarind to the blender.

Step 8
~2 min

Add a little water and grind to your preferred consistency (fine or coarse).

Step 9
~2 min

Heat a teaspoon of oil in the same pan.

Step 10
~2 min

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 11
~2 min

Switch off the flame and add the mustard seeds to the chutney.

Step 12
~2 min

Mix well and serve as a condiment.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chillies to suit your spice preference.

For a smoother chutney, grind for a longer duration.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

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 rice

Serve with dosa

Serve with idli

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Tamil Nadu Style Arachuvitta Rasam
Urulaikizhangu Podi Poriyal
Elai Vadam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tamil Nadu

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as a side dish in Tamil Nadu meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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