3 hot south indian chili Recipes

serrano chilies, stems removed, cilantro, stems trimmed, dried tamarind or 1/2 tsp tamarind paste or 1 tbsp lemon juice, salt , to taste, oil, urad dal (optional), mustard seeds (optional)

boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite size pieces, vegetable oil, whole black peppercorns, cinnamon sticks, whole cardamom pods, onions , cut in half lengthwise and then cut crosswise into fine half rings, fresh ginger, minced, flour, fresh hot green chili peppers , slit slightly down their center, coconut milk, sized potatoes, peeled and cut lengthwise into 1 inch thick fingers, salt, lemon juice or 1 tbsp lime juice, coconut oil (or any other vegetable oil), peeled and finely sliced shallots, curry leaves (fresh or dry ), thick coconut milk