Raw Mango Chutney

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Chef :

Bethica Das

Raw Mango Chutney

Cookingwithrawmango - This is a traditional Andhra style Raw Mango Chutney. It is called as 'pachadi' in the local lingo. There are many ways of preparing this simple and easy side dish. Sometimes it is ground raw and at other times it is sauteed in oil with other ingredients and then ground to a smooth paste.

Ingredient

medium size firm raw mango, grated

1 tbsp

oil

1/2 tsp

cumin seeds

1 tbsp

coriander seeds

3-4

garlic, chopped

1-2

fresh green / red chilies

1 sprig

curry leaves

1 tbsp

fresh grated coconut

to taste

salt

1/4 tsp

turmeric powder

1 tbsp

red chilli powder

1/2 tsp

mustard seeds

1 tsp

urad dal (split black gram)

Cooking instructions

* Step 1

Heat 1 tsp. oil in a pan and fry the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, urad dal, garlic, curry leaves and fresh green / red chilies till it turns slightly brown in colour.

* Step 2

Add the grated mango and fry for two minutes on a low flame. Add the salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and the coconut. Mix well and fry for a few seconds.

* Step 3

Switch off the flame and leave it aside to cool. Then grind with a little water till smooth in consistency.

* Step 4

Heat 1 tbsp. in a pan for the tempering. Add the mustard seeds and allow it to splutter. Then add the urad dal and curry leaves. Fry for a few seconds till the dal changes colour.