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
Fat
6g
Protein
4g
Carbs
4g
Fiber
13g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
4g
Protein
4g
Fiber
13g
Fats
Fat
6g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
213mg
Iron
5mg
Vitamin A
35mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
< 1mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
10mcg
Vitamin B12
0mcg
Vitamin C
0mg
Vitamin E
< 1mg
Copper
< 1mcg
Magnesium
105mg
Manganese
< 1mg
Phosphorus
111mg
Selenium
5mcg
Zinc
1mg
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