Pineapple Pachadi
Like raita, a pachadi falls somewhere between a sauce and a relish; its mixture of savory, sweet and tart flavors makes it a delicious accompaniment to spicy dishes like Shrimp Masala. Curry leaves, mustard seeds and crushed red pepper get sizzled in hot oil, then added to the pachadi at the very end for extra kick, an example of the Keralan flavoring technique called "tempering." More Easy Indian Recipes
December 2006