Plantain Stem Chutney

Ingredients:

Plantain Stem(take only middle part of the stem cut into 1" cubes) - 1 cup
Yogurt(curds) - 1 cup
Cilantro(chopped)- 1 cup
Ginger(grated)- 1" piece
Green Chili (medium) - 1
Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
Salt to taste.
Mustard - 1/2 tsp
Urad dal - 1/2 tsp
Red chili - 1
Curry leaves - a few
Ghee or oil for seasoning -1 tsp

Procedure:

• In a blender add the first seven ingredients and grind to a smooth paste.
• Add 1 tsp of ghee to a small tava on medium heat.
• Next add mustard, urad dal, red chili cut into 2 pieces and curry leaves.
• As the mustard begins to sputter, turn off the heat and add it to the ground chutney.

Its ready to be served. Goes well with dosa, idli and as a dip for pakoras.