Ulli Theeyal (Kerala Style) - Kerala Ulli Theeyal

Ulli Theeyal is a Classic Kerala Tamarind Coconut Gravy made with Pearl Onions Simmered in Tamarind & Coconut Mixture. This is similar to South Indian Puli kuzhambu. It Goes well with Steamed Rice, Kerala Parotta & Idli, dosa too. you Can make this theeyal with vegetables like Brinjal,drumstick, bitter Gourd & okra. Aroma of Gravy Comes from 'Theeyal Masala'. This masala is made with Spices & Coconut Roasted in Coconut oil, which makes the dish so delicious.

Ulli Theeyal

 Prep Time :  10   min.  

Cook Time : 15   minutes.

Recipe Category:Side Dish

Recipe Cusine:  Kerala

Serves: 5 - 6.

Ingredients

Pearl Onions - 25 .

Tamarind - Big Goosebery Size.

salt - to taste.

Turmeric - 1/4 tsp.

Theeyal Masala (Roast & Grind)

Coriander Seeds - 1 tbsp.

Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp.

Pepper Corns - 10.

Red Chillies - 3.

Coconut - 1/2 Cup (tightly Packed)

Coconut oil - 2 tsp.

To Temper

Coconut oil - as Needed.

Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp.

Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp.

fenugreek seeds -1/4 tsp.

Curry leaves - 1 Sprig.

Red Chilly - 1.

Hing - A Generous Pinch.

Preparation

• Soak the tamarind in 2 Cups of  water for half an hour, then squeeze the tamarind & throw the Pulp.

• Now tamarind water is Ready.

Method

• Add Coconut oil in a Pan add Coriander seeds,Cumin seeds,Pepper Corns & Red Chillies.Saute till you get nice aroma. Now add Coconut. Saute till Coconut turns Golden. Then Grind this Coconut Mixture into a smooth Paste with  1/2 cup of  water.Now Theeyal Masala is Ready.

                                               

• Heat the oil in a Pan. Add mustard seeds.When it splutters add Cumin seeds,fenugreek seeds,Curry leaves & Red chilly. Saute till Cumin seeds sizzles.Add hing.Give a quick Mix.

• Now add Pearl Onions.Saute till Pearl Onions turns Soft & Golden brown slightly. 

• Now add tamarind water. When it starts boiling add 'Theeyal Masala', turmeric Powder & salt.

•  Boil until theeyal thickens & oil Separates.

• Now Ulli theeyal is Ready to serve.

Notes

• Adjust Red Chillies according to your  spice level.

• Always Roast the Coconut in Coconut oil for nice aroma.

• Adjust the water,according to the consistency.