Vengaya Chutney

Ingredients:

• Split urad dal - 1 tsp

• Onions - 2 medium (roughly chopped)

• Tomatoes - 1 (optional)

• Dry red chillies - 2

• Tamarind paste - 1 tsp

• Salt - to taste

• Oil - 2 tbsp

**Method: ** In a pan, heat little oil and add the urad dal. When it turns a slight brown, add the onions and red chillies and saute for a while.? Then add tomatoes and fry for a minute. Remove from heat. Allow to cool. Grind the mixture in a blender with salt and some water. Consistency is usually as a thicker paste. Goes well with idlis and dosas.