Instant coconut chutney for dosa or idli | 2 minute chutney

fresh coconut

🥗Healthier: desiccated coconut

💰Cheaper: coconut milk

Desiccated coconut offers a lower-calorie option while coconut milk is more affordable.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide similar heat, while bell peppers add sweetness without spice.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: black sesame seeds

Cumin seeds offer a unique flavor and are often less expensive.

urad dal

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: split peas

Chickpeas are a healthier protein alternative, while split peas are budget-friendly.

Take 1/4 cup dalia and 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut.

Add green chilies, ginger, and a little fresh coriander for color.

Add 2 tablespoons yogurt and salt to taste.

Grind the mixture without water until well combined.

Once ground, add a little water to adjust the consistency as desired.

Transfer the ground paste to a bowl.

For tempering, heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a pan.

Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and dried red chili to the hot oil.

Optionally, add curry leaves to the tempering.

Pour the tempering over the chutney and mix well.

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