Beetroot Thuvaiyal - Beetroot chutney

Preparation time : 5 mins
Cook time : 15 - 20 mins

Beetroot Thuvaiyal or chutney is simple and yummy one !!!  Urad dal gives a crunchy taste while eating . Beetroot have a deep rich in colour , firm & texture . Many people are not fond of eating but all must know that beets are low in calories , high in fibre & healthy nutrients . Even i am not a great fan of beetroots , but once i made this thuvaiyal and served it with hot rice it tasted heaven . I personally loved it. Simple just go through the recipe, try it out and taste it !!! u feel the same :-)

Ingredients needed :-

Beetroot - 1
Urad dal - 1 tsp
Channa dal / kadalai paruppu - 1 tsp
Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp
curry leaves - few
Red chilli - 3
Garlic cloves - 3

For seasoning :-

Oil
Mustard seeds
Curry leaves

Method :-

1. Wash and peel the skin of beetroot . cut into cubes and keep it aside .
2. Heat oil in a pan add urad dal , channa dal , cumin seeds , garlic cloves , red chillies saute in low flame till it turns golden brown . Add curry leaves and switch off the flame .
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4. In the same pan add oil and chopped beetroot fry it for 10 minus or more, till raw flavor goes.

5. Allow it to cool and grind all the ingredients together with needed salt into a fine paste. If needed just sprinkle water .

6. In a pan add a drop of oil and throw in the mustard seeds , once it sputters add curry leaves and pour it into the grounded beetroot chutney .

Serve it with Roti or dosa or steamed rice .

Tips :-

• Do not add water while grinding the mixture . Just sprinkle if needed .
• Saute dals in low flame to avoid  getting burnt .
• Cook beetroot with 2 tsp of oil and wait till raw flavor goes . Fry in medium flame and stir it from time to time to avoid burnt .

Serving size :-  2 - 3