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Coconut chutney is popular with dosa, idli, is rich in fiber and healthy fats. Its taste and nutritional value increases with rock salt and curd or lemon during fasting.
Coconut chutney is very much liked with dosa. Its taste, uses and can be used during fasting also. So let us know the way to make it.
Coconut Chutney: Confluence of taste, health and fasting
Importance of coconut chutney
Coconut contains fiber, vitamins and healthy fats which provide energy to the body. This chutney not only enhances the taste but also helps in digestion. During fasting, when food is limited, this chutney becomes a healthy and tasty option.
Recipe to make coconut chutney for fasting
Material:
- Fresh coconut – 1 cup (grated)
- Green chilli – 1 (as per taste)
- Ginger – ½ inch piece
- Rock salt – as per taste
- Curd – 2 spoons (optional, to enhance taste)
- Water – as per requirement
- Coriander leaves – a little
Method:
- First of all, add coconut, green chilli, ginger and some water in the mixer.
- Grind them well until a smooth paste is formed.
- Now add rock salt and curd to it. Mix lightly again.
- If desired, garnish with coriander leaves.
This chutney is ready to serve immediately. It can be served with dosa, samak rice, sabudana tikki or other vrat dishes.
Change from normal chutney to fast chutney
Use rock salt instead of normal salt during fasting. Avoid giving tadka or if tadka is acceptable during fast then you can give light tadka of cumin and curry leaves in ghee. Lemon juice can also be used instead of curd.
beneficial for health
- Coconut cools the body and maintains energy.
- Ginger and green chilli improve digestion.
- Curd or lemon juice not only tastes good but also gives relief to the stomach.
Coconut chutney is not just a side dish, but a combination of taste and health. Its combination with dosa is classic, but it can also be a great option during fasting. With a little variation, this chutney provides both taste and balance for those fasting.
