Ulli Theeyal
Ulli theeyal is a popular vegetarian side dish for rice. It is made with shallots, roasted coconut, and spices. 
  • CourseVegetarian
  • CuisineKerala
Servings
4servings
Servings
4servings
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2cups Shallotspeeled and quartered
  • 1 1/4cups Grated coconut
  • 1 1/2teaspoons Chilli powder
  • 1 1/2teaspoons Coriander powder
  • 1/4teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1/8teaspoon Fenugreek seed
  • Tamarind pulpto taste
  • 1 1/2cups Water
  • 1/2teaspoon Sugar
  • Saltto taste
  • 2tablespoons Coconut oil
For seasoning
  • 1/2teaspoon Mustard seeds
  • 2Sprigs Curry leaves
  • Coconut oil
Instructions
  1. Heat a pan and dry roast the grated coconut till it turns brown. Add chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and fenugreek seeds, cook for another few seconds. Remove from fire and let it cool completely.
  2. Grind the coconut mixture to a coarse powder without adding water. Then add some water and grind to a smooth paste.
  3. Heat oil in a pan and saute the shallots till soft and slightly brown.
  4. Add coconut paste, tamarind pulp, sugar, salt, and water, mix well and bring to boil. Cook in low flame for about 10-15 minutes or until the oil appears on top.
  5. Heat oil in a small pan and fry mustard seeds and curry leaves, add to the theeyal.
  6. NOTE – One cup = 250 ml, one tablespoon = 15 ml, one teaspoon = 5 ml.

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