Place broccoli florets in a steamer. Season with salt. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Set aside.
Soak tamarind in water for 10 minutes. Squeeze out the juice. Set aside. Discard the hard bits.
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add chana dal and urad dal. Stir fry for 2 minutes or until browned. Add ginger, garlic, shallots and dried red chilies. Stir fry for 1-2 minutes.
Stir in broccoli. Heat through. Cool slightly. Place broccoli in a food processor. Process to a smooth paste.
Tempered spices:
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add mustard seeds and urad dal. Splutter. Add curry leaves and asafetida. Stir fry for few seconds. Pour over the chutney. Stir to combine.
Video
Notes
- Add more red chilies if you like - Serve as a dip for crackers or as a side dish for dosa and idli.