The word Uddamethi comes from two words- Udda (Urad Dal) and methi (Fenugreek seeds). Amli is raw mango in konkani. This preparation does not use onion and garlic and hence is commonly made on festivals and special occasions which call for pure veg (without onion and garlic) recipes.
This recipe can also be prepared using Ambade (Spondias, hog plums, Spanish plums, libas). In Goa, Amlechi Uddamethi is commonly eaten with Rice.