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Doddapatre Tambuli (Ajwain Leaf Recipe)

Doddapatre tambuli is perfect for pairing with rice and vegetable stir fry. Try this traditional Indian dish featuring a refreshing blend of spices and herbs.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Vegan
Allergen: Dairy free, Gluten free
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Calories: 103kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 ajwain leaves chopped
  • 1 cup coconut grated
  • 1 strand curry leaves
  • 3 green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 red chli halved
  • 2 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

  • Place a pan with coconut oil over medium heat.
    2 teaspoon coconut oil
  • When it is hot, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
    1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • Add the chopped ajwain leaves. Sauté for a few minutes until the leaves wilt.
    12 ajwain leaves
  • Remove from heat and let it cool down.
  • Once cooled, grind all the ingredients with little water to form a smooth paste.
    1 cup coconut, 3 green chilies, 1 cup water
  • Add more water (½ cup), salt to taste, and lemon juice for a tangy flavor.
    1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Prepare tempering:  Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a small pan, add mustard seeds and let them crackle. Then, add curry leaves and red chili. Fry them for 10-15 seconds and pour the tempering over the tambuli.
    1 strand curry leaves, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 1 red chli

Notes

  • While the basic recipe for doddapatre tambuli remains the same, some variations include adding ginger, garlic, or roasted urad dal to the paste for added flavor.
  • To make it spicier, more green chilies can be added.
  • Instead of lemon juice add 1-2 tablespoon vegan sour curd.

Nutrition

Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg