To begin making Andhra Dondakaya Chutney Recipe, prep all the ingredient and keep them ready.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat;  once the oil has preheated add cumin seeds, urad dal, chana dal, red chilies and saute for 3 minutes until the dals have browned.

In the same pan add little more oil; add the chopped Dondakaya pieces and saute till they are cooked for about 8-10 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow to cool.

Grind all the above roasted ingredients and the cooked Dondakaya to a coarse paste along with tamarind, salt, green chillies, garlic and coriander leaves.

Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water, if required and make a smooth Dondakaya chutney. Transfer the Dondakaya Chutney to a serving bowl. Check the salt and adjust according to taste.

For tempering; preheat oil in a small pan; add mustard seeds, dry red chilies, curry leaves and saute for few seconds until the mustard seeds crackle. Turn off the heat and spoon over the Dondakaya chutney. 

Serve this Andhra Dondakaya Chutney to spice up a South Indian thali meal of Mixed Vegetable Sambar, Carrot And Beans Poriyal Recipe, Steamed Rice and Kuzhal Payasam.

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