Onam 2024: Make Beetroot Pachadi As Part Of A Traditional Sadhya
By Suprita Mitter
September 9, 2024
Beetroot Pachadi is a tangy-sweet dish made from grated beetroot, yoghurt, and coconut, seasoned with mustard seeds and curry leaves. As part of the traditional Onam Sadhya, it adds a burst of colour and flavour, and complements the array of dishes in this festive meal.
Ingredients
2 beetroots 1 cup plain yoghurt 1-2 slit green chillies 1/2 tsp mustard seeds 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp salt
Ingredients
1 tbsp of coconut oil 1 sprig of curry leaves 2-3 dried red chillies 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing) 1/2 cup grated coconut 1-2 cloves garlic 1 small piece ginger
Step 1
As part of the prep, peel and grate the beetroots. Whisk the yoghurt in a bowl. Grind the grated coconut, garlic, and ginger to make a paste.
Step 2
In a pan, add the grated beetroot along with 1/4 cup of water. Add the green chillies, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the beetroot is tender, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Once the beetroot cools down, add the ground coconut mixture. Add the whisked yoghurt to the cooked beetroot.
Step 4
Temper with mustard seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chillies, curry leaves, and asafoetida.
Step 5
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
