Beetroot Chutney

Ingredients

• Beetroot - 1 small size (chopped or shredded)
• Shallot - 10-15 
• Garlic - 1small (sliced)
• Coconut - 1 tbsp (shredded)
• Cumin - 1/2 tsp
• Coriander - 1 1/2 tsp
• Channa dal - 1/2 tsp
• Curry leaves - few
• Red chillies - 5
• Tamarind - small gooseberry size
• Salt to taste
• Oil as required

Method

• Heat oil to the pan on high medium flame.
• Add all the ingredients except beetroot & coconut.
• Fry till the onions turn translucent. Now add the beetroot & fry well. 
• Keep stirring. It should be at least half cooked. Do not add water.
• Now add the coconut & give a quick mix & remove from heat. Don't over fry the coconut.
• Cool & grind it to smooth chutney.
• This goes well with idly or dosa.