Step 1

firstly, in a large kadai heat 3 tsp oil and saute 1 tsp urad dal, 1 tsp chana dal and ½ tsp cumin.

Step 2

also add 3 chilli and 1 inch ginger. saute until blisters appear on the skin of chilli.

Step 3

keeping the flame on low, add 1 bunch palak and saute well.

Step 4

saute on low flame until the palak shrinks slightly and turns dark.

Step 5

cool completely, and transfer to the mixi.

Step 6

also add ½  cup coconut, small piece tamarind and ½ tsp salt.

Step 7

blend to smooth paste adding ½ cup water.

Step 8

now prepare the tempering by heating 2 tsp oil.

Step 9

once the oil is hot, add ½ tsp mustard, ½ tsp urad dal, 1 dried red chilli, few curry leaves and allow to splutter.

Step 10

pour the tempering over palak chutney and mix well.

Step 11

finally, enjoy palak chutney with idli, dosa or rice.