Onam Festival on 15 Septmber 2024
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Theeyal

Theeyal

Ingredients: (Serves - 4)

Baby onions 1 Cup
Curry leaves 5 no
Mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon
Tamarind paste 2 tablespoons
Sugar 1/2 teaspoon
Asafoetida 1 Pinch
Grated coconut 1/2 cup
Red chillies 7 no
Coriander seeds 1 tablespoon
Cumin seeds 1/4 teaspoon
Black peppercorns 7
Turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon
Oil 3 tablespoons
Salt  

Method:

  1. Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a small pan and saute coconut till it is light brown. Add 5 red chillies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, peppercorns and fry till it emits an aroma. Add the turmeric powder. Stir-fry for 2-3 seconds. Keep aside to cool. Grind into a coarse powder.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp. oil and add the mustard seeds, curry leaves and remaining red chillies. When the seeds start spluttering, add asafoetida and onions. Saute for 5 minutes on a medium flame. Add the ground masala powder and cook for a few seconds. Add water, tamarind extract, salt and sugar and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
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