Dodda Patre Tambuli ( Coleus aromaticus ) is special herb used for medicines for cough etc.The same is used here to make Raita or tambuli in Kannada.It is called as Patharchur in Hindi or Pan Ova in Marathi.
- Dodda Patre leaves : 8 to 10
- (washed and chopped)
- Jeera : 1 tsp
- Kala Miri-3-4
- Green chilly :1
- Curds : 1 Small cup
- Fresh Coconut : 1 tbsp (grated)
- Salt : to taste
- Seasoning
- Oil-1tsp
- Curry leaves : few
- Mustard-1/2 tsp
- Hing-pinch
Method : In a pan heat oil add jeera,pepper once done add the dodda patre leaves and fry them for 2-3 mins .Next grind the above along with coconut and chilly with little water to a fine paste.Add this mix to curds.Add salt and mix well.Next season with items mentioned under seasoning.Serve with hot rice.
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