Dairy-Free Sorakkai Chutney
Savor the fresh, wholesome flavors of South India with this Dairy-Free Sorakkai Chutney, a vibrant and nutritious condiment featuring tender bottle gourd (sorakkai) as the star ingredient. Perfectly blended with fresh grated coconut, a hint of ginger, spicy green chilies, and tangy tamarind, this chutney boasts a creamy, dairy-free texture that's ideal for plant-based diets. A unique tempering of aromatic curry leaves and mustard seeds in coconut oil adds a flavorful finish, making it the perfect companion for dosa, idli, or steamed rice. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free recipe is a delightful way to enjoy the earthy goodness of bottle gourd while adding an exotic touch to your meals.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Peel the bottle gourd (sorakkai) and chop it into small cubes.
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.
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.
Transfer the chutney into a serving bowl.
In a small pan, heat coconut oil for tempering. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add curry leaves to the pan and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Pour the tempering over the chutney and mix well.
Serve fresh with dosa, idli, or as a side for rice. Refrigerate any leftovers and consume within 2-3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.8 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.0 g | 415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1256 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1749 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
