## Kathirikkai Thogayal Recipe – Thuvaiyal (Spicy Brinjal Chutney Recipe) (South Indian Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Kathirikkai Thogayal Recipe – Thuvaiyal (Spicy Brinjal Chutney Recipe)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **South Indian Recipes Side Dish**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 20 minutes
**Cook time:** 30 minutes
**Total time:** 50 minutes
**Cuisine:** South Indian Recipes
**Course:** Side Dish
**Diet:** Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Kathirikkai Thogayal Recipe – Thuvaiyal (Spicy Brinjal Chutney Recipe):
* 1 Brinjal (Baingan / Eggplant) – chopped
* 3 Dry Red Chillies
* 1 teaspoon Whole Black Peppercorns
* 1 teaspoon Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal)
* 1 teaspoon White Urad Dal (Split)
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
* 2 sprigs Curry leaves
* 30 grams Tamarind – soaked in 1 cup hot water
* Salt – to taste
* Sunflower Oil – for cooking
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Kathirikkai Thogayal Recipe – Thuvaiyal (Spicy Brinjal Chutney Recipe):
1. We begin making the Kathirikkai Thogayal Recipe – Thuvaiyal (Spicy Brinjal Chutney Recipe) by heating a heavy bottomed pan with oil, temper the mustard seeds and curry leaves, let it splutter for few seconds.
2. Then, later on, add the dry red chillies , urad dal , channa dal and peppercorns.
3. Saute till it turns light brown.
4. Add in the Chopped brinjal and saute till it becomes brown and mushy.
5. You can season it with salt , turmeric and red chilli powder.
6. Cook till the raw smell of the spice goes away.
7. Add the soaked tamarind water, wait till all the water is soaked in by the brinjal.
8. Let it aside to cool, then blend it into a smooth paste using a hand blender by adding a little water (2 tablespoons).
9. Serve the Kathirikkai Thogayal Recipe – Thuvaiyal (Spicy Brinjal Chutney Recipe) along with lunch meal.
### Tips for the Best Kathirikkai Thogayal Recipe – Thuvaiyal (Spicy Brinjal Chutney Recipe):
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.
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