Carrot Chutney | Step wise pictures

Carrots are rich in Vitamin A, minerals and fibers . Lack of Vitamin A causes poor vision and night vision. Julinned Carrots can be served as a finger food to toddlers and preschoolers. Carrot chutney is a easy, quick and healthy chutney that can be served as a side dish to Idli, Dosa and Chapati. It an also be used as a Sandwich spread. Please check below for step by step instructions and pictures for preparing South Indian Carrot Chutney.

Preparation Time:    5 mins

Cook Time : 10 mins

Ready in : 15 mins
Yields : 2 Servings 

Ingredients:
Table 1:

Oil	1 tbsp
Mustard	1/4 tsp
Cumin seeds	1/2 tsp
Urad dal	1 tsp
Red Chillies	3
Onions chopped	1/2 Cup
Tomato chopped	1/2 Cup
Carrots chopped	1 Cup
Salt
Turmeric powder	1/4 tsp
Coriander powder	1 tsp

Table 2: For Tempering

Oil	1 tbsp
Mustard	1/4 tsp
Red chilly	1
Curry Leaves	3-4
Urad dal	1/2 tsp

Instructions:

• Heat oil in the pan and add mustard, cumin seeds and urad dal. When urad dal changes golden colour, add red chillies and onions. Fry till onions turn translucent. 

•  Add chopped tomatoes and fry it till the tomatoes turn mushy. Add the chopped carrot, salt, turmeric powder and coriander powder. Fry it in medium flame for 5 mins. If needed sprinkle water.

•  Allow the mixture to cool down. Grind the mixture in blender / Mixie by adding enough water into a smooth paste. 
• Tempering: Heat oil in the pan and add mustard, red chilly, Curry leaves and urad dal. When Urad dal turns golden colour, add it to the grind mixture.

Tips:

• Variations can be done by adding garlic and ginger.
• Adjust the red chillies according to your taste and also based on the carrot sweetness.