Kobbari Perugu Pachadi ~ Coconut Yogurt Chutney

Kobbari Perugu Pachhadi ~ Thengai Thayir Pachadi ~ Kaayi Mosaru Bajji

Ingredients :

Grated Fresh Coconut : 1 cup
Fresh Curd : 1 cup
Green Chillies : 1 or 2
Red Chillies : 1 or 2
Red Chilli Powder : 1/2 tsp ( Optional )
Mustard Seeds : 1 tsp
Chana Dal : 1 tsp
Urad Dal : 1 tsp
Chopped Ginger : 1/2 tsp
Oil : 2 tsp
Turmeric Powder : 1/4 tsp
Few Curry Leaves
Salt to taste

Method :

Chop the coconut into small pieces and grind into a coarse paste and set aside. For seasoning, take a vessel and heat the 2 tea spoons of oil. Add the mustard seeds, chana dal, urad dal and let them splutter. When they start to splutter add the chopped green chillies, chopped ginger,red chillies and fry for a few minutes. Now add the curry leaves, turmeric powder and fry again for a few seconds. Remove from the flame and allow it to cool. Combine the grated coconut, salt, red chilli powder and tempered ingredients with curd. Mix very well and garnish with fresh coriander or mint leaves. Serve with hot steamed rice.