Katachi Aamti Recipe | Indian Veg Curries

Here's a variation of Katachi Aamti that uses roasted coconut and onion paste to add a rich and flavorful base to the dish:

**Ingredients:**

- 1 cup leftover water from cooked chana dal (katachi)

- 1/2 cup grated coconut (fresh or desiccated)

- 1 medium-sized onion, chopped

- 2-3 garlic cloves

- 1-inch piece of ginger

- 2-3 dry red chilies (adjust according to spice preference)

- 1 tbsp oil

- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds

- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

- 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)

- 8-10 curry leaves

- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

- 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

- 1 tsp goda masala or garam masala

- Salt to taste

- 1 tbsp jaggery or sugar (optional)

- Chopped coriander leaves for garnish

Katachi Aamti Recipe

**Instructions:**

1. Begin by roasting the coconut and onion. Heat a pan over medium heat and add the grated coconut, chopped onion, garlic cloves, ginger, and dry red chilies. Dry roast them until the coconut turns golden brown and aromatic. Allow this mixture to cool.

2. Once cooled, grind the roasted coconut and onion mixture into a smooth paste using a grinder or blender. You can add a little water if needed to make a paste.

3. Heat oil in a pan or kadhai over medium heat. 

4. Add Mustard seeds,cumin seeds, asafoetida, curry leaves, and turmeric powder. 

5. Now, add the roasted coconut and onion paste to the pan. Stir well and sauté for a couple of minutes to cook the paste and release its flavors.

6. Add red chili powder, goda masala or garam masala, and salt to taste.

7. Pour in the leftover water from cooked chana dal (katachi). Mix well to combine the coconut-onion paste with the water. Stir to combine all the flavors.

8. Let the amti simmer for 8-10 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld together.

9. If you prefer a slightly sweet taste, you can add jaggery or sugar at this stage. Stir until it dissolves completely.

10. Once the amti is cooked and flavorful, turn off the heat. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

11. Serve the hot and aromatic Maharashtrian  Katachi Aamti with steamed rice or as a side dish with chapati.

This  Katachi Aamti will have a rich and complex flavor profile that complements the tanginess of the dish beautifully. Enjoy your meal!

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