Coconut Chutney

Ingredients:

Fresh grated coconut – 1 cup
Geen chillies – 6 to 7 (for spicy chutney)
Roasted channa dal – 2 tablespoon
Ginger – 1/4 inch piece
Tamarind paste – 1/4 tablespoon
Coriander leaves – 1 tablespoon
Curry leaves – 1 sprig
Salt to taste
Oil – 1/2 tablespoon

Method:

• Heat half tablespoon oil, add green chillies and saute for a few seconds.
• Add ginger, coriander and curry leaves and switch off heat. (This is done just to take the raw smell out) Add the above along with grated coconut and Roasted channa dal, tamarind paste and salt and wet grind to desired consistency in grinder. (It is not very watery, but slightly thick like dosa or pancake consistency)
• Take out, season and its ready to serve with any dish of choice.