Inji thayir, Ginger Yogurt Pachadi
Inji Thayir, also known as Ginger Yogurt Pachadi, is a refreshing and flavorful side dish from traditional Kerala Sadhya.
Servings 4
Calories
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Fresh ginger finely grated or crushed
- 1 cup Yogurt thick yogurt – (fresh and slightly sour)
- 1 Green chilies finely chopped, optional
- Salt To taste
- 1-2 tsp Coconut oil
- 1 tsp Mustard seeds
- 1-2 Whole Red chili
- 1 sprig Curry leaves
Instructions
- Peel and finely grate or crush the fresh ginger. You can lightly sauté it in a teaspoon of coconut oil to mellow the sharpness if desired.
- Coarsely grind grated coconut grated ginger, salt, and chopped green chili (if using). Add the yogurt.Heat coconut oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add broken red chili and curry leaves and some ginger chopped. Turn off the heat once the curry leaves turn crisp.Pour the tempering over the yogurt ginger mixture. Mix gently. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.