A delicious side dish to go with Idiyappam
Take the ingredients mentioned under Masala paste in a mixie jar and grind to a smooth paste adding a little water. Keep aside.
Heat oil in a pan and add the cumin seeds, mustard, cinnamon and clove. As soon as the mustard pops , add the onion and curry leaves.Saute till the onion turns translucent.
Now add the tomato. Saute for a minute and add 1/4 cup of water. Adjust the quantity of water to suit the consistency you prefer.
Once it starts to boil, add the red chili powder, salt, coriander powder and mix well.Cover and cook till mushy.
Add the ground paste and let it boil. Simmer for 5 minutes.Add the coriander leaves and remove from heat.
Serve as a side with Idiyappam.