Ingredients

• Shallots1 – 200 grams
• Tamarind2 – Lime size ball
• Green Chillies – 3-4 nos
• Fenugreek Seeds – 1/2 tsp
• Mustard Seeds – 1/2 tsp
• Curry Leaves – 1/2 cup
• Turmeric Powder – 1/4 tsp
• Jaggery – 1 tsp [optional]
• Water – 1-2 cups
• Salt to taste
• Oil – 2 tsp

How to Make Shallots in Tamarind Sauce

• Chop the shallots and chillies finely.
• Soak tamarind in hot water for about 20 minutes, strain, discard seeds.
• Heat oil in a non-stick pan, add mustard seeds and allow to pop.
• Add fenugreek seeds, curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds.
• Add shallots/onions, green chillies and sauté for 3 minutes.
• Add turmeric powder, tamarind extract and boil for about 15 minutes.
• Mix jaggery/sugar and serve with rice and yoghurt.