Beetroot Pachadi is a traditional dish prepared in Kerala, with a coconut based masala and then finally seasoned along with Curd/yogurt
Prep Time10mins
Cook Time10mins
Total Time20mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Kerala
Servings: 4
Calories:
Author: sharmila kingsly
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Ingredients
Beetroot – 1
Curd / Yogurt – ½ cup
Salt as needed
Oil – 1 tsp
To Grind :
Grated Coconut – ¼ cup
Curd – ¼ cup
Green Chilli – 2
Ginger a small piece
To temper :
Coconut Oil – 2 tsp
Mustard Seeds – 1 tsp
Dry Red Chilli -1
Curry Leaves a spring
Instructions
Heat oil in a kadai once it is hot add in the beetroot and saute well in a low flame .In a blender add in the ingredients mentioned in the “To Grind” section to form a coarse paste.
Add the required salt to the beetroot and cook till it is fully done. Now add in the ground paste and mix well.
Cook for another 2 mins, then add in the ½ cup curd and switch off the flame and give a good mix s that the curs is evenly combined with the beetroot.
Prepare the seasoning and add to the beetroot pachadi and serve.
Notes
· Tastes best with Rice and Sambar.· Make sure you use coconut oil for the seasoning to get the authentic Kerala taste.· Beat the curd well and then add to the pachadi.