Saturday, October 25, 2008

Beetroot Pachadi


Beetroot is well known for its medicinal values. It has been proven to be effective in lowering blood pressure and is a good laxative too.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup grated beetroot
1/2 cup yogurt
4 chopped green chillies
1 whole red chilly(optional)
curry leaves
1/2 tsp cumin seed
1/4 tsp mustard seed
2 tbsp coconut oil
salt to taste

Method:

1.Add coconut oil to a pan.Add the whole red chilly,mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
2.Add the chopped green chillies and saute.
3.Add the beetroot and salt.Let it cook for about 3 to 4 minutes or till the beetroot is well cooked.
4.Switch off the flame and add the yogurt.Mix well.

PS:Add more yogurt to loosen the pachadi if required.

1 comment:

Mikhail Silverwood said...

That dip is an acquired taste.