Lasun Chutney
Veg
Vegan
A fiery garlic chutney made with roasted garlic, red chilies, and a hint of tamarind. It adds a bold kick to any meal.
Cuisines
Nagpuri
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Garlic , finely chopped |
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1/2 cup | Dry coconut , grated |
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2 tablespoons | Red chili powder |
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1 tablespoon | Coriander Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Tamarind , pulp |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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1 tablespoon | Oil |
Instructions
- 1 Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
- 2 In a pan, dry roast the grated dry coconut until it turns golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- 3 In the same pan, dry roast the coriander seeds and cumin seeds until aromatic. Remove and set aside.
- 4 Heat oil in the pan and sauté the garlic cloves until they are golden and soft. Allow to cool.
- 5 In a grinder, add the roasted coconut, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, sautéed garlic, red chili powder, tamarind pulp, and salt.
- 6 Grind everything to a coarse paste. Add a little water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
- 7 Taste and adjust the salt or chili powder as needed.
Tips
For a smokier flavor, roast the garlic on an open flame before grinding.