Coconut Chutney Recipe | Perfect Side Dish for Idli, Dosa & Vada

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.

Welcome viewers to the recipe introduction.

Mention that the recipe is for a simple South Indian coconut chutney.

List the ingredients needed for the chutney.

Take a small saucepan to temper the ingredients.

Add 1 teaspoon of oil to the saucepan.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of urad dal to the oil.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds to the pan.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the pan.

Add 1 red chili to the pan.

Add a pinch of asafoetida to the pan.

Add a few curry leaves to the pan.

Heat the oil and spices until they are fragrant and cooked.

Combine the tempered ingredients with the coconut mixture and mix well.

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