Nellikka Chammandhi
Nellikka Chammandhi or Gooseberry Chutney is rich in nutritive factors, antioxidants and minerals. Gooseberry is a rich source of Vitamin C and the uniqueness is that unlike other fruits, Gooseberry does not lose its nutrients and vitamin C on heating and boiling. Gooseberry increases immunity and hence Nellikkai Chammandhi is a best way to a hearty healthy meal. The slight purple color of gooseberry is appealing and makes Nellikka Chammandhi unique and tasty. You can explore Nellikka Chammandhi dish in detail here well illustrated in simple sentences.
Ingredients
- 10 nos Ripe gooseberries Nellikka
- 2 nos Green chillies
- 1/2 " Ginger
- 4 nos Red onions Kunjulli
- Salt As reqd
- 1 cup Coconut grated
For seasoning:
- 1 tsp Coconut oil
- Mustard seeds A pinch
- 1 stalk Curry leaves
Instructions
- For preparing Nellikka Chammandhi, first wash the gooseberries, remove the seeds and cut into small pieces. Cook the chopped gooseberries in little water.
- Chop green chillies, ginger and red onions also into small pieces.
- Mix the cooked gooseberries with all the other ingredients, add required salt and grind without any water to a smooth paste.
- Heat oil in a kadai or a pan.
- Add mustard seeds and when they splutter, add curry leaves.
- Remove from fire and add it to the ground paste.
- Nellikka Chammandhi, a spicy, nutritious side dish is ready that goes well with a variety of dishes.
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