Tamil Nadu Style Coconut Chutney | Chutney for Dosa / Idli

Tamil Nadu style coconut chutney

Quick and easy Tamil Nadu style coconut chutney with bengal gram /pottukadalai.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Serves: 3 to 4
Ingredients:

1. Grated coconut- 1 cup
2. Roasted Bengal gram /pottukadalai- 1/4 cup
3. Green chilies- 2 to 3 ( or to taste)
4. Ginger,chopped- 1/4 tsp
5. Tamarind pulp- 1/8 to 1/4 tsp( according to taste)
6. Water- as required
7. Mustard seeds- 1/4 tsp
8. Urad dal- 1/4 tsp( optional)
9. Asafoetida- 1 pinch( optional)
10. Curry leaves- 1 sprig
11. Salt- to taste
12. Oil- as required

Instructions:

In a blender combine together grated coconut,bengal gram/pottukadalai,green chilies,ginger,tamarind pulp ,salt to taste and water,Grind to form a thick and smooth paste.(adjust the consistency according to your requirement)

Heat oil in a pan,add mustard seeds and let it splutter.Add urad dal ,saute until it turns golden brown.Next add asafoetida and curry leaves ,saute for few seconds.Add the coconut paste ,mix well and cook for few seconds.Switch off the stove and transfer to a serving bowl.

Serve with dosa or idli.