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Ulli Theeyal

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Ulli Theeyal is a traditional Kerala dish made with shallots. Similar to the sambar, theeyal is made with okra (bhindi) or with bitter gourds too. Serve this with rice or as a side dish to dosa.
Ulli Theeyal

Ingredients:
Sambar Onions (Shallots) – 100 gms
Tamarind Extract – 1/2 to 3/4 cup
Coconut – 3 tblsp, grated
Coconut Oil – 1 1/2 tblsp
Fenugreek Seeds – little
Dry Red Chilli – 1 + 1
Mustard Seeds – little
Red Chilli Powder – as per taste
Turmeric Powder – a pinch
Coriander Seeds – 3 tsp
Curry Leaves – few
Salt as per taste

Method:
1. Peel, wash and finely chop the onions.
2. Heat a pan over medium flame.
3. Dry roast the fenugreek seeds, coconut, 1 red chilli and coriander seeds for a minute or two.
4. Remove, cool and grind to a fine paste, adding little water.
5. Heat oil in a pan over medium flame.
6. Fry the mustard seeds, red chilli and curry leaves for 45 to 60 seconds.
7. Add turmeric powder and onions.
8. When the onions turn golden, add the tamarind extract and stir well.
9. Simmer for a few minutes.
10. When it starts to boil, add the ground coconut mixture and salt.
11. Reduce flame to low and simmer.
12. The theeyal should neither be thick nor watery.
13. Serve with rice.

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Praveen Kumar
Praveen Kumar
Praveen Kumar founded Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. A digital marketer by profession and a passionate food lover, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. With Awesome Cuisine, he combines his expertise in digital marketing with his deep love for food, sharing delicious recipes and inspiring others to appreciate the joy of cooking. Through Awesome Cuisine, he invites you to join him on a flavorful journey and discover the wonders of Indian cuisine.

1 comment

anuradha December 9, 2010 - 4:32 am

I m north indian,
and i will try this recipe today yyyyyyyyyyy
anuradha

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