Strawberry Gothsu | Strawberry Gotsu/Gostu Recipe | Gluten Free and Vegan

Hi Supermoms,

Pongal is a tasty and nourishing breakfast/lunch/tiffin option . In my previous post I had shared an interesting, easy and tasty Poha Pongal recipe. Do try it soon. 

Pongal is traditionally served along with a tangy side dish known as 'Gothsu/Gotsu/Gostu'. I have shared my Grandmother's most popular gothsu recipe with you earlier. 

Strawberries are in season and it is one my favourite fruits to experiment. I served the Poha Pongal with Strawberry gothsu and it was such a big hit at home. 

You will be thrilled to know that this recipe just needs a handful of ingredients and within 15 minutes, you have a tasty and tangy side dish to serve along with pongal. 

I am so excited to share my Strawberry Gothsu recipe with all of you. 

Strawberry Gothsu/Gotsu: 

Preparation time : 5 minutes

Cooking Time : 15-20 minutes 

Serves : 2

1 cup = 250 ml cup 

Ingredients :

10 -12 strawberries ( finely chopped)

2-3 green chillies ( roughly chopped) 

1/4 teaspoon Kashmiri Chilli powder 

1/2 teaspoon jaggery ( optional)

salt to taste

For tempering :

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds

Note : You can also add 1 tomato (finely chopped) or 4-5 cherry tomatoes ( halved) . Adjust green chilli quantity depending upon the tartness of the strawberries. 

Method :

1. Heat a kadai or pan with oil and temper with mustard seeds.

2. Add green chillies and fry them in oil for a few seconds

3. Now add the chopped strawberries ,salt and chilli powder.

4. Allow the strawberries to breakdown and become mushy.

5.Add 1.5 to 2 cups of water and allow the mixture to cook over low to medium flame for another 10 minutes.

6.Switch off. 

Your tangy and spicy Strawberry Gothsu is now ready to be served along with Poha Pongal. 

Happy Cooking !

With love,

Masterchefmom