Unakka Chemmeen Podi....Shrimp Chutney Powder

Shrimp Chutney Powder




Dry Shrimp                           - 100 gm packet  [approx 1  1 /2 cups]
Shredded Coconut               - 1  1/2 cups [ same as shrimp ]
Curry leaves                         - 1/2 cup       [ You can add more if you like]
Onion                                     - 1 [ 5-6 Nos of Shallots will do better, which I'm deprived of]
Tamarind                              - 1 small ball [ as shown]
Dried Red chillies                 - 8 Nos [ Adjust as per your spice level]
Asafoetida                             - 1 pinch
Salt                                         - 1 tsp
Roast the shrimp in a flat pan without any oil for about 5-8 mins till its color starts changing to brownish. Keep it aside to cool down.
Meanwhile roast the shredded coconut along with curry leaves, red chillies and sliced onion till the color changes to brownish. It takes about 10 mins.
Just before switching off the heat, add asafoetida powder and tamarind [ made into small pieces ] and roast for another 2 mins. 
Now switch off the flame and allow this to cool down completely.
Take a clean and dry mixer and  grind the shrimp along with  the coconut mixture adding salt as required. [The coarseness to which you want the powder depends on your preference.]
Store in a clean air tight container and use as required.