Kothamalli Thuvaiyal (Coriander Chutney)
Kothamalli Thuvaiyal is a bright and beautiful dish that is so versatile. Spread on breads or enjoy as a side to tiffin items and rice.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 4 cups cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp urad dhal
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 5 red chilies (adjust to taste)
- 1 inch tamarind
- ⅛ tsp asafetida (also known as hing or perungayam)
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp water (as needed)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Add oil to the pan. Once hot, add mustard seeds, urad dhal and asafetida.
- Once mustard seeds start to pop, add red chilies and tamarind.
- Sauté for 20 seconds. The urad dhal should be golden brown.
- Next, add the chopped cilantro and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Once the cilantro leaves shrink, add salt to taste. Remove and set aside.
- Then, once the mixture is warm, add it to a blender and grind using 1 tbsp of water. Add more water if needed.
- Transfer the chutney to a bowl and serve as a side dish for idli, dosa, yogurt rice, etc.