Ginger Chutney For Idli, Dosa - Inji Chutney

I got this recipe from my friend.It tastes good with idli / dosa. My MIL used to tell me the numerous health benefits of ginger. So i started using ginger in my daily cooking. Once in a week i make thogayal / pachadi / chutney with ginger.Do try this chutney , i am sure u'll love it.

INGREDIENTS

To roast in oil

• Ginger - Thumb finger size
• Red chilly - 2 nos (reduce to one if u want less spicy)
• Grated coconut - 2 tbsp
• Chana dal - 1 tbsp
• Urad dal - 1.5 tbsp
• Tamarind - small berry size
• Cooking oil - 1 tbsp
• Salt & water - as required

To temper (  I couldn't temper as i was in a hurry . But I suggest u all to do this step )

• Mustard seeds - 1/4 tsp
• Urad dal - 1/2 tsp
• Curry leaves - few

METHOD

• Chop the ginger into small pieces.
• Heat a kadai with a tsp of oil and saute the ginger pieces,dals and red chillies.
• Finally add the grated coconut,salt & tamarind.Fry for a minute.
• Grind everything into a smooth paste.Temper all the items given above.

Enjoy with idli / dosa topped with sesame oil.