Introduction
Gongura Pachadi is a tangy and spicy chutney made from fresh sorrel leaves, a specialty of Andhra cuisine. Packed with iron and antioxidants, this is a staple in many Telugu households.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups gongura leaves (sorrel)
- 2–3 green chilies
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon urad dal
- 2 dried red chilies
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 garlic clove
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a pan, add green chilies and gongura leaves. Sauté until leaves wilt.
- Cool and grind into a coarse paste with salt.
- In another pan, heat oil, add mustard seeds, cumin, urad dal, dried red chilies, and garlic.
- Pour this tempering over the ground chutney and mix well.
Pro Tips:
- Adjust the number of chilies based on how tangy or spicy your leaves are.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with hot steamed rice and ghee.
Fun Fact:
- Gongura leaves are also used to prepare pickles and non-veg curries in Andhra Pradesh!
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