Sundakkai (Turkey Berry) Vathal Kuzhambu

Sundakkai (Turkey Berry) – A rich source of dietary fiber and vitamins which effectively eliminates stomach worms and improves digestive power.

SERVING SIZE – 4

INGREDIENTS:

• Sundaikkai vathal – 2 tbsp
• Tamrind – lemon size
• Turmeric powder – 2 pinch
• Sambar powder – 1 1/2 tbsp
• Toor dal – 1 tsp
• Mustered Seeds – 1 tsp
• Fenugreek seeds – 1/2 tsp
• Hing – 1/4 tsp
• Curry Leaves – 1 sprig
• Gingelly Oil – 4  tbsp
• Grated Coconut – 1 tbsp(optional)
• Grated Jaggery – 1 tsp
• Salt – to taste

PREPARATION:

• Soak the tamrind in warm water for approx 10 min. Mash the tamarind well and extract (filter) the water.
• Take a kadai and heat the oil. Then add mustered seeds. When it splutters add toor dal, fenugreek seeds and curryleaves and stir it well.
• Add Sundaikkai vathal fry until brownish black color. Make sure Sundaikkai vathal doesn’t burn. Cook it in the medium flame.
• Add Sambar powder, turmeric powder, hing and grated coconut and mix it well.
• Then add tamarind water and salt, stir it well. Cook until the raw smell is gone.
• Add the grated jaggery and mix it. Boil until the oil seperates out (you can see it float on top).
• Serve it hot with rice and Papad.