Udupi Coconut Chutney

Udupi Coconut Chutney is a popular South Indian condiment that is typically served with dosa, idli, vada, or any other South Indian snack. This creamy and flavorful chutney is made with fresh coconut, roasted chana dal, green chilies, and a few other ingredients.

Udupi Coconut Chutney

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh grated coconut
  • 2 tablespoons roasted chana dal
  • 2-3 green chilies
  • 1-inch ginger, chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt to taste
  • For tempering:
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon urad dal
  • 2-3 dry red chilies
  • A few curry leaves

Instructions

  1. In a blender, add the grated coconut, roasted chana dal, green chilies, ginger, and water. Blend to a smooth paste.
  2. Transfer the chutney to a serving bowl and add salt to taste. Mix well.
  3. For tempering, heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, dry red chilies, and curry leaves. Once the mustard seeds start to splutter and the dal turns golden, pour the tempering over the chutney.
  4. Udupi Coconut Chutney is ready to be served with your favorite South Indian snacks.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per serving
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
3g
Protein
1g

Supplies

Blender Small pan Serving bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve Udupi Coconut Chutney with dosa, idli, vada, or any other South Indian snack.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can also add a handful of fresh coriander leaves or mint leaves while grinding the chutney for a different flavor profile.

Cost

$5