Peanut Chutney Recipe
Peanut chutney is a quick, versatile, and flavorful condiment made with roasted peanuts, garlic, chilies, and tamarind. Perfect for South Indian breakfasts or snacks, it’s a creamy, tangy, and nutritious addition to your meals.
Servings 4
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Ingredients
- 1 cup peanuts
- 3-4 dry red chilies adjust to taste
- 6-8 garlic cloves
- 1 inch ginger chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp tamarind pulp
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed for consistency
- Tempering Optional:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
- A pinch of asafoetida hing
- 1 tsp urad dal
- 1 tsp chana dal
- 2 red chillies
- 5-6 curry leaves
Instructions
- I pan-roast the peanuts on medium heat until golden brown. Let them cool.
- Heat 1 tsp of oil in a pan and add the following ingredients:
- 3-4 dry red chillies
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1-inch ginger piece
- 6-8 garlic cloves
- Saute them for 2-3 minutes over medium flame.
- Now add 1 chopped onion and saute it until golden brown, switch off the flame and keep them aside to cool down.
- Add roasted spice mix, roasted peanuts with salt and 1 tsp tamarind pulp into the blender jar.
- Add a little water and blend until smooth. Adjust water for desired consistency.
- Prepare the Tempering (Optional): Heat oil in a small pan. Add urad dal, chana dal, mustard seeds,red chilli, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Once they crackle, pour the tempering over the chutney.
- Serve: Transfer the chutney to a bowl and serve fresh with your favourite dishes.
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Notes
- For a tangy twist, replace tamarind with lemon juice.
- Add grated coconut or green chillies for variations.
- Store in the refrigerator for 2 days or freeze for longer use.