Gojju Avalakki Recipe - Puli Aval

Step 1: To begin with the Gojju Avalakki Recipe, firstly combine tamarind extract, jaggery, salt, sambar powder in a mixing bowl and mix everything properly

Step 2: To this, add the Avalakki and mix to coat everything well, now sprinkle some water (too much water can make it mushy) on top of the Avalakki and let it soak for 20-30 minutes and absorb the tamarind liquid

Step 3: After 20 to 30 minutes, heat required oil in a wide pan

Step 4: Add mustard seeds and let it splutter

Step 5: Add the urad dal, chana dal, groundnuts and cook on low flame for 2 minutes stirring in between so that they get an even colour

Step 6: To this add the asafoetida, green chillies, curry leaves and give it a stir

Step 7: Add in the chopped onions, turmeric powder and some salt

Step 8: This quickens the cooking process of onions, once they start to shrink, add the capsicum and give it a nice mix

Step 9: This whole step should take about 5-6 minute on a medium flame

Step 10: Add the dry tamarind powder and the reserved jaggery

Step 11: This enhances the taste of the onions when combined with the poha

Step 12: (The Avalakki is like a sponge it soaks in everything and turns bland very soon) This steps helps its stay flavourful longer

Step 13: Now add the Avalakki into the tadka and gently mix it all around

Step 14: Adjust salt according to your taste

Step 15: Garnish it with coriander leaves and grated coconut

Step 16: Serve Gojju Avalakki Recipe along with hot Masala Chai and Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich for a delicious weekday breakfast