Ellu thogayal or sesame seeds chutney is a healthy South Indian side dish.

 Ellu Thogayal or sesame seeds chutney

Description:

Ellu thogayal or sesame seeds chutney is prepared by dry roast sesame seeds with other flavourful ingredients. It’s rich in calcium and Iron.

Health Benefits of sesame seeds:

1. Boosts Fiber Intake

2. May Lower Cholesterol Levels

3. May Fight Inflammation

4. Can Help Lower Blood Pressure

5. May Aid Blood Sugar Control

6. Rich in B Vitamins

7. Supports Immune Health

8. May Provide Anti-Cancer Effects.

Ingredients:

Black sesame seeds- 1/2 cup

White sesame seeds- 1/2 cup

Chana dal - 1 tbsp 

Urad dal - 1 tbsp 

Mustard seeds- 1 tsp

Cumin seeds- 1 tsp

Garlic- 2 clove

Tamarind- lemon sized 

Grated coconut - 1/4 cup

Red chilli- 2

Curry leaves- a little 

Gingelly oil - 2 tbsp 

Asafoetida 

Salt

Preparation:

1. Dry roast black and white sesame seeds separately and keep it aside.

2. Heat oil in a pan, Temper mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, chana dal and urad dal. 

3. Add red chilli, tamarind and garlic. Saute for sometime.

4. Add grated coconut and roasted sesame seeds, saute for a minute. 

5. Transfer it to a blender and add salt, asafoetida.

6. Blend to a smooth paste, add little water if necessary but not too much 

7. Serve it with rice and dosa!!