Ellu Pajji

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Ingredients

1 cup	black sesame seeds
1 cup	grated coconut
2 tablespoons	tamarind pulp
2 cloves	garlic
1 inch	ginger
2 tablespoons	jaggery
—	salt to taste
2 tablespoons	coconut oil
1 cup	water

Instructions

1. 1 Dry roast the black sesame seeds in a pan until they start to pop and become aromatic. Set aside to cool.
2. 2 In the same pan, lightly toast the grated coconut until it turns golden brown. Set aside.
3. 3 In a blender, combine the roasted sesame seeds, toasted coconut, tamarind pulp, garlic, ginger, jaggery, and salt.
4. 4 Add water gradually to the blender and grind to a coarse paste.
5. 5 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
6. 6 Add the ground paste to the pan and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate.
7. 7 Adjust the consistency with a little more water if needed and cook for another 2 minutes.
8. 8 Serve the Ellu Pajji warm with steamed rice or as a side dish.