Molahu kozhambhu

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1teaspoonTamcon
2teaspoonsSalt
1teaspoonMustard seeds
1pinchTurmeric
½canTomatoes
1teaspoonRice powder
¼teaspoonHing
1teaspoonBlack pepper
6Red chillies
1tablespoonChana dal
1tablespoonToor dal
1tablespoonCoriander seeds
1tablespoonCoconut, grated

Directions

MASALA

Heat oil, mustard seeds. Add 4 cups water, tamcon, masala, turmeric, tomatoes, and salt to the pan. Boil for about 10 minutes. Add hing, rice powder and stir to thicken. Boil for another minute or so.

Masala: Fry all ingredients (except coconut) in as little oil as possible. Add coconut, grind (very fine) in blender.

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