Kothamalli (Coriander Leaves) thuvaiyal is a popular South Indian chutney made with fresh coriander leaves, green chillies, and other spices. Here is a simple recipe for kothamalli thuvaiyal. Kothamalli thuvaiyal is a flavorful and aromatic chutney that can be enjoyed with various South Indian dishes. It is also a great accompaniment to rice and can be mixed with ghee or sesame oil for enhanced taste.
Kothamalli Thuvaiyal
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minutesLearn how to make Kothamalli (Coriander Leaves) Thuvaiyal, a delicious South Indian chutney bursting with the flavors of fresh coriander leaves and spices. Perfect with rice or as a side to your favorite South Indian dishes.
Ingredients
Coriander leaves – 1 bunch
Red Chillies – 5 to 6
Tamarind – a big gooseberry size
Urad dhal – 2 tablespoons
Asafoetida – a small piece
Salt – 1 teaspoon or as per taste
Oil – 2 teaspoon
Directions
- Begin by thoroughly washing the coriander leaves, making sure to include the stems, and then chop them into fine pieces.
- In a kadai, heat oil over medium flame. Once hot, add asafetida and urad dal, frying them until they turn a light golden brown.
- Next, add tamarind to the kadai and sauté briefly.
- Introduce red chillies next, frying them for just a few seconds before removing them from the heat.
- Finally, add the finely chopped coriander leaves, sautéing them for a brief period before taking them off the heat. Allow all the fried components to cool to room temperature.
- Transfer the cooled urad dal, red chillies, and tamarind to a mixer or grinder. Add salt to taste, and grind everything to a coarse powder. Once done, add the sautéed coriander leaves to the mix. Grind again, adding just one to two teaspoons of water, until it forms a thick, vibrant paste.
- This versatile paste pairs wonderfully with idli and dosa, enhancing their flavor profile. It also elevates simple dishes like curd rice, or you can mix it with hot, steamed rice, adding a teaspoon of ghee or gingelly oil for an extra layer of richness.
- Enjoy this delightful addition to your culinary repertoire, capturing the essence of Tamil vegetarian cuisine in every bite!
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