Mango Chammanthi
Ground fresh and served immediately, this chutney hits all the right notes — heat from the chillies, richness from coconut, and a sharp tang that cuts through rich curries and fried foods.
Ingredientsfor 2 servings
- 1 nos Mango
- 1/4 cup Coconut — grated
- 4 nos Thai pepper Kanthari mulaku
- 4 nos Shallots (Kunjulli)
- Curry leaves, a few
- Salt, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Cut mango into small pieces.
Step 2
Grind all the ingredients together to make chammanthi.
Step 3
Goes well with rice.
Tip
Fresh curry leaves make a genuine difference. Dried curry leaves are a poor substitute — if you cannot get fresh ones, increase the quantity and fry them longer.
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