Eggplant Ginger Chutney
24 Jan
The big purple eggplant is generally used for baingan bharta in my kitchen. Not so tonight. A yummy eggplant-ginger chutney awaits the rice that’s still cooking.
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Chutneys, pickles, raitas to accompany an Indian meal.
Tomato Ginger Chutney with Roasted Peanuts
16 Nov
A chunky, nutty tomato ginger chutney with a sprinkling of roasted peanuts. Like the sound of it?
Methi Chutney: Fiery Chili and Fenugreek Magic!
26 Sep
I must warn you before giving you this recipe – methi chutney (that is, chutney made of fenugreek leaves) is not for everybody. It is bitter, it is really hot. If you are like me, you will love it. If you are not, I warned you, didn’t I?
Jhatpat Achari Gajar: Pickled Carrots in Minutes!
18 Sep
Achari gajar (instant carrot pickle) takes its inspiration from the taste of traditional Indian pickles. A side dish to spruce up any Indian meal, this recipe’s USP is its express approach. This recipe does not involve the long process of making conventional pickles; achari gajar is ready in minutes.
Imli Chutney: Tamarind Jaggery Chutney
2 Sep
Classic imli chutney – a sweet and sour chutney made of tamarind (imli) and jaggery. Drizzle tamarind jaggery chutney over dahi vadas and chaats, dip your samosas and kachoris into it or have it on the side with any Indian meal.
Carrot Onion Raita – Crunchy Yogurt Dip
21 Jul
Carrot onion raita (yogurt dip) – this cool, tangy accompaniment with its hint of sweetness, give the perfect balance to spicy Indian gravies.
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