Amlechi Uddamethi (Raw Mango in a Coconut Gravy Flavoured with Fenugreek)
Aruna
Amlechi Uddamethi is a traditional raw mango curry from Goa. It is a simple curry that is infused with the flavours of methi, coconut, pepper, jaggery and chilli. Serve it with rice and papad, and it makes for a satisfying meal.
Using a little water, grind together 1/2 cup grated coconut, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp tamarind and 5-6 Bydagi red chillies to a smooth paste.
To Make the Amlechi Uddamethi
In a heavy-bottomed vessel, heat the oil.
Add 1 tsp udad dal and 1/2 tsp methi seeds and stir-fry till they turn light brown.
Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds, and stir-fry till the mustard seeds start to splutter.
Next, add 1/4 tsp turmeric, 1/8 tsp asafoetida, and a few curry leaves, and mix well.
Now, add 1/2 cup raw mango pieces and about 1/2 cup water.
Cook covered till the pieces are translucent.
Add the coconut paste, salt, and 3/4 cup water, and mix well.
Finally add 1/2 tsp jaggery and let the Amlechi Uddamethi simmer for a few minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the curry rest for 10 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Amlechi Uddamethi warm with steamed rice and papad.
Notes
Most recipes add the tempering at the very end. I created the tempering first and cooked the Amlechi Udda Methi in it because I wanted the curry to absorb the taste of the methi.