23. Mambazha kuzhambu

Mambazha kuzhambu is another kuzhambu/gravy which can be prepared only during mango season. It's delicious and different. Actually mango has lot of nutrients and available only during summer season. So to make use of maximum use during this season, this gravy can be a good option.

Ingredients: (For 4 to 6 persons) 
Ripe mangoes small in size ; 5/6
Tamarind - a lemon size
Hinge : a pinch
Turmeric powder : a pinch
Salt: to taste (1tbs)
Curry leaves: a few


For grinding: 
Channa dal: 2tbs
Daniya: 2tbs
Red chilli : 5 or 6
Methi seeds : 1tsp
Hinge: a pinch


For seasoning: Method:
Mustard seed : 1tsp
Hinge : a pinch
Red chilli: 1
Curry leaves : a few

1.  Extract tamarind juice, add turmeric powder, hinge and salt.
2. Allow it to boil. Take something hard and just pierce the mangoes on three or four points and drop them in boiling tamarind water.
3. Allow the mangoes to get cooked.
4. Grind the ingredients mentioned into a fine paste.
5. Mix well to the tamarind water and mix well.
6. Allow it boil for 2 mins, season and serve with rice and any vegetable