Ginger is a popular spice. It is high in gingerol, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Ginger is very good for digestion, reduce nausea and help fight the flu and common cold, to name a few. Ginger chutney or ‘Alley’ as we call it in konkani, is one of the traditional konkani dish prepared for special occasions and feasts. This chutney is usually prepared as a side dish with rice but can also be had as a side with dosa or idli.
Ingredients
- 1″ piece ginger
- 2-3 green chilies
- 1/2 cup freshly grated coconut
- salt to taste
- 2 tbsp green chilies
- 2 tbsp curd (yogurt)
- For tempering :
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds/jeera
- 1 strand curry leaves
Method
- Grind coconut, ginger, salt and green chilies into fine paste by adding little water.
- Transfer ground paste into a bowl. Add curd and mix well.
- Heat oil in a pan splutter mustard seeds, cumin seeds and curry leaves. Pour it over the chutney. Mix well. Serve.
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