Chettinad Avial
Serves 420 mins prep30 mins cook
Chettinad Avial is a vibrant and flavorful South Indian dish made with a variety of vegetables and a special masala paste. The dish features tamarind, coconut, and an array of spices that come together to create a delicious and aromatic curry. It's typically served hot with idli or dosa, making it a perfect accompaniment for a wholesome meal.
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1: To prepare the masala paste, dry roast the spices first and keep them aside. 2: Dry roast the coconut till it isn't moist and add it to the roasted spices. 3: Transfer it to a blender and blend it to a fine paste and keep it aside. 4: Heat a kadai, add groundnut oil. 5: Add the curry leaves and green chillies and let it crackle. 6: Add the onions and saute till it turns translucent. 7: Add the tomatoes and saute till it turns mushy. 8: Add turmeric powder and the diced potato and brinjal. Saute for 2 minutes. 9: Add the ground masala paste, tamarind extract, salt and water. 10: Mix well, bring it to a boil and reduce the flame to low. 11: Cover and cook the gravy for 15 minutes, till the potato and brinjal are cooked. 12: Garnish it with coriander leaves. Serve it hot with idli or dosa.View original recipe