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Curry Leaf Chutney

Detailed Curry Leaf Chutney (Karivepillai Thogayal) Recipe (Sattvik Style)

Curry Leaf Chutney is a concentrated blast of iron and flavor, essential for maintaining blood health and hair vitality.

1. Ingredients

  • Fresh Curry Leaves: 2 cups (tightly packed).

  • Urad Dal: 1/4 cup.

  • Dried Red Chilies: 3 to 4.

  • Tamarind: a small piece.

  • Hing: a generous pinch.

  • Salt: To taste.

2. How to Cook - Step-by-Step Guidance

Step 1: Frying Heat a little oil. Fry urad dal until golden brown. Add red chilies and sauté.

Step 2: Sauté Leaves Add fresh curry leaves to the same pan. Sauté just until they wilt and become slightly crisp.

Step 3: Blending Combine the fried mixture with tamarind, salt, and hing. Grind with minimal water into a thick paste.

3. What are the Health Benefits?

  • Iron Source: Extremely good for addressing anemia.

  • Hair and Vision: Promotes healthy hair growth and eye health.

4. Who Can Avoid?

  • Everyone can enjoy: This is generally safe and beneficial for all body types in moderation.
Published on March 24, 2026