Coriander Stem Chutney

1: Scrape off the excess dirt from the roots.

2: Roughly cut the roots and stem and wash it thoroughly.

3: Heat a pan, add oil.

4: Add urad dal, dry red chili and garlic. Saute for a few seconds.

5: Add the onions and saute for a minute.

6: Add the tomatoes and saute for a minute.

7: Add tamarind, water and mix till the tomatoes and tamarind become soft.

8: Add the coconut chunks and mix well.

9: Finally, add the coriander stems and mix for a few seconds and take it off the flame.

10: Transfer it to a plate and let it cool down.

11: Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend till combined and fine like a chutney.

12: Prepare a tadka by crackling mustard, urad dal, dry red chilies, asafoetida and curry leaves.

13: Add it to the chutney, mix well and serve it with dosa, idli or rice.