Aromatic flavorful with an unique taste of kerala cuisine. keralites include coconut in all their dishes. coconut oil, grated coconut, tamarind, a blend of spices make this dish very tasty
STEP 1.On medium flame, in a kadai add red chilies, green chilies, coriander, fenugreek seeds. Add and roast the grated coconut. Let the coconut brown and the raw smell goes away. Turn off the stove.
STEP 2.Transfer the roasted ingredients to another a bowl to cool; add 1/2c water, Transfer the contents to a blender jar, blend to make a smooth paste
STEP 3.Add 2-3 cups of water to tamarind paste in a bowl. Whisk to dissolve the paste
STEP 4.Pearl onion is 4 times as big as the small onions. I used frozen pearl onions as I could not get fresh ones. Thaw and cut into small pieces.
STEP 5.Heat coconut oil in a kadai over medium heat. Add mustard, when seeds splutter add curry leaves and onions and sauté, about 4-5 minutes
STEP 6.Add tamarind water and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
STEP 7.Add coconut paste to this and add 2 cups of water. Keep stirring, reduce heat and let it thicken to your liking, Ulli theeyal will reduce in quantity as it thickens and change color.
STEP 8.Add asafetida and mix . The aroma will fill whole house. Add salt to taste and stir. Turn off the stove. Theeyl is ready to serve.
STEP 9.Tansfer to a serving bowl. Serve with idli, dosa, chappathi. Parantha pr curd rice; it simply tastes divine.
Nutrition value
95
calories per serving
6 g Fat4 g Protein4 g Carbs13 g FiberOther
Current Totals
6 g Fat
4 g Protein
4 g Carbs
13 g Fiber
MacroNutrients
Carbs
4 g
Protein
4 g
Fiber
13 g
Fats
Fat
6 g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
213 mg
Iron
5 mg
Vitamin A
35 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
0 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
10 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
0 mg
Vitamin E
0 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
105 mg
Manganese
1 mg
Phosphorus
111 mg
Selenium
5 mcg
Zinc
1 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment