Ulli Theeyal Recipe

The Masala In a pan, add oil. Once the oil is heated, add fenugreek, cumin seeds, whole black pepper and coriander seeds. Roast until brown. Now, add the coconut and saute until the coconut turns dark brown. While roasting, add red chillies and stir. Now add the turmeric powder and mix well. Now grind or blend the mixture into a paste. Making the Ulli Theeyal In a pan, add oil. Once the oil is slightly hot, break a red chilli in half and add it. Now add the mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add fenugreek leaves, curry leaves and the shallots. Stir well. Now add in the ground masala, and tamarind extract. Stir well and add in the asafoetida and jaggery. At the end add garlic and salt. Mix well together.