Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

split channa dal, yellow

2 tbsp

scraped coconut

scraped

1 tbsp

Urad Dal, white

5 unit

red chilies, whole

whole

1 sprig

curry leaf

1 piece

jaggery

1 tsp

tamarind paste

thick

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

oil

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a wok.

Step 2
~3 min

Add chana dal and roast until it changes color.

Step 3
~3 min

Add urad dal and red chilies.

Step 4
~3 min

Continue roasting until the dals turn pink.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove from heat and add coconut, jaggery, tamarind paste, curry leaves and salt.

Step 6
~3 min

Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 7
~3 min

Grind into a very fine paste, adding water as needed.

Step 8
~3 min

Serve with rice, chappati, paratha, idli, or dosa.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chilies to your spice preference.

For a smoother chutney, soak the dals in warm water for 30 minutes before roasting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead 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 South Indian dishes like idli, dosa, or vada.

Serve as a condiment with rice or roti.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Idli
Dosa
Vada
Rice
Roti

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as a condiment with South Indian meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Ugadi

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Snack

Popularity Score

65/100