Dairy-Free Sorakkai Chutney
Meet your new favorite accompaniment: Dairy-Free Sorakkai Chutney, a vibrant and creamy South Indian condiment that’s both wholesome and irresistible. Made with the subtle sweetness of tender bottle gourd (sorakkai), freshly grated coconut, and a touch of roasted chana dal, this chutney delivers layers of flavor with every bite. Brightened by a hint of tamarind and spiced with green chilies and ginger, it’s finished with an aromatic tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves in coconut oil for an authentic flair. Quick to prepare and naturally dairy-free, this nutritious chutney pairs beautifully with dosa, idli, or even hot steamed rice. Perfect for anyone seeking a unique, plant-based twist on traditional chutneys!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (approximately 300-400g) Bottle gourd (sorakkai)
- 1 cup Fresh grated coconut
- 2 medium Green chilies
- 1 inch piece Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Roasted chana dal (dalia)
- 1 teaspoon Tamarind paste
- 1 teaspoon Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 8 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
- 0.5 cup (adjust as needed) Water
Directions
Step 1
Peel the bottle gourd (sorakkai) and chop it into small cubes.
Step 2
Heat a small pan and dry roast the bottle gourd cubes for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 3
In a blender, add the roasted bottle gourd, fresh grated coconut, green chilies, ginger, roasted chana dal, tamarind paste, and salt. Blend into a smooth paste, adding water gradually to reach the desired consistency.
Step 4
Transfer the chutney into a serving bowl.
Step 5
In a small pan, heat coconut oil for tempering. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Step 6
Add curry leaves to the pan and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Step 7
Pour the tempering over the chutney and mix well.
Step 8
Serve fresh with dosa, idli, or as a side for rice. Refrigerate any leftovers and consume within 2-3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (796g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1138.6 |
| Total Fat 96.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 83.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1255.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.1g | |
| Protein 15.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1749.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories