Urad dal chutney recipe / ulutham paruppu chutney / ulundhu chutney is popular in Tamilnadu. Main ingredients for this urad dal chutney are urad dal/black gram along with onion, coconut, red chillies and other seasonings. Urad dal and other ingredients are oil roasted and ground to a fine paste and finally seasoning added to it. Uludham paruppu thuvaiyal goes well with idly or dosa or paniyaram.

Ingredients

3 Tbsp of Split Urad Dal (White)
1 Medium Size Red Onion, Diced
1 Tbsp of Dried Coconut Flakes
Tamarind (Blueberry Size)
2-3 Red Chillies
1 Sprigs of Curry Leaves
Pinch of Asafoetida
Salt to taste
2 Tsp of Oil ( Canola/ vegetable oil)

To Temper

1 Tsp of Oil ( Canola/ vegetable oil)
1/2 Tsp of Mustard
1/2 Tsp of Urad Dal

Method

Heat oil in a pan, add urad dal and roast until it turns to slightly golden brown color. Transfer this to a plate.
Heat oil in a same pan, add red chillies, asafoetida and onion, saute this for a min. Then add dried coconut flakes, tamarind, curry leaves and salt, saute this for 2 mins. Turn off the flame. Transfer this to a plate. Let it cool for 5 mins.
Transfer this urad dal-onion mixture to a blender/ mixie, grind it to a smooth paste. Transfer this to a serving bowl.
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and urad dal, after it splutter, transfer this to a serving bowl containing chutney. Mix well. Urad dal chutney is ready.
It goes well with idly or dosa or paniyaram

Tips

You can use black whole urad dal instead of white split urad dal.
You can use one tomato for extra tangy taste.
Use fresh grated coconut in place of dried coconut flakes.
Adjust the number of red chillies according to your taste.

Health Benefits of Urad Dal

Urad dal provides energy to the body.
Rich in protein.
Enhances digestion because of high in fiber content.
Boost heart health because of high in magnesium level.

Urad Dal Chutney Recipe / Ulutham Paruppu Chutney