Raw Mango Coconut Curry Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.In a pressure cooker add 1cup diced raw mango, ¼ cup tamarind water, 2tbsp jaggery, ¼ tsp turmeric powder and salt to taste. Pressure cook for 2 whistles and allow the pressure to release naturally.

step 2

• STEP 1.In a preheated pan roast 1 tsp chana dal and 2 tsp urad dal. Stir till the dals turn golden brown and crisp.

step 3

• STEP 1.Then add 1/4 tsp methi seeds, 2 tsp sesame seeds and 4 red chillies. Roast on medium heat for about 2 minutes till the seeds start crackling and the red chillies are also roasted. Turn off the heat and allow it to cool completely before grinding.

step 4

• STEP 1.Once dals are cool, put them in a mixer grinder jar along with 1 cup freshly grated coconut and ½ cup warm water which helps to blend the coconut thoroughly. Blend to make a smooth paste.

• STEP 1.5 open the mango cooker and add the ground mixture into the cooker with the soft cooked mangoes. Add a little water to adjust the consistency of the gravy.

step 6

• STEP 1.Bring the curry to a brisk boil for 3 to 4 minutes until the gravy comes together. Taste for salt and adjust accordingly.

step 7

• STEP 1.For the tempering , add 1 tsp coconut oil to a preheated pan. Once the oil is hot add 1 tsp mustard seeds and allow them to crackle. Then add 1 sprig curry leaf and ¼ tsp asafoetida which heightens the flavour of the curry.

step 8

• STEP 1.Spoon the curry into a serving dish and pour the tadka over the top.