Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney is very tasty and high in fibre as well. The Ridge gourd peel which is usually discarded can be used for its taste and its nutrional value. When its blended with fried aromatic dhal ,coconut and tamarind ,we get a delicious chutney.
Ingredients :
- Green chilly 4
- Chhana dhal 11/2 tbsp
- Urad dhal 11/2 tbsp
- Tamarind ½ “
- Ridge gourd Peel 1 cup ( approx. of 1 ridge gourd )
- Coconut 1 cup ( grated )
- Curry leaves a few
- Coriander leaves a bunch
- Salt to taste
Method :
- In a pan heat oil, throw in green chilly and curry leaves ,give it a toss.
- Add chhana dhal and urad dhal and fry till slight brown colour.
- Add tamarind ,coriander leaves , ridge gourd peel ,salt and give a mix.
- Close and cook for few minutes .
- Open the lid and give a toss.( make sure its dry )
- Transfer it to a mixer jar and coarsely grind it.
- Transfer to a bowl.
- Tamper it with mustard ,urad dhal ,red chilly and curry leaves. (optional )
- Serve with hot rice ,dosa, idly.
