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Delicious Onion Chutney Recipe: A Perfect Side Dish For Any Meal


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Introduction

Onion chutney is a popular Indian condiment that is spicy, tangy, and sweet. It is a perfect side dish for any meal, especially for South Indian breakfasts like dosa, idli, and vada. The onion chutney recipe is easy to prepare and requires only a few ingredients. You can make it in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Ingredients

The following ingredients are required to make onion chutney:
  • 2 medium-sized onions
  • 2-3 green chilies
  • 1-inch ginger
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp urad dal
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • A pinch of asafoetida
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp

Instructions

Here are the step-by-step instructions to make onion chutney:
  1. Peel and chop the onions, ginger, and garlic.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, urad dal, and cumin seeds.
  3. Once the mustard seeds start to splutter and the urad dal turns golden brown, add asafoetida, chopped onions, ginger, and garlic.
  4. Saute the onions until they turn translucent.
  5. Add chopped green chilies, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
  6. Mix well and cook for a minute.
  7. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down for a few minutes.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a blender and add tamarind pulp.
  9. Blend until you get a smooth paste.
  10. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a few tablespoons of water to adjust the consistency.
  11. Heat a little oil in a pan and add the blended paste.
  12. Cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  13. Once the chutney starts to thicken, turn off the heat.
  14. Allow the chutney to cool down to room temperature.
  15. Transfer the chutney to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator.
  16. Serve the onion chutney with dosa, idli, vada, or any other South Indian breakfast.

Nutrition

Onion chutney is a healthy condiment that is low in calories and high in nutrients. Here is the nutritional information for one serving of onion chutney (1 tablespoon):
  • Calories: 10
  • Total Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 1.4g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.2g
  • Sugars: 0.6g
  • Protein: 0.2g

Conclusion

Onion chutney is a versatile condiment that can elevate any meal. This simple recipe can be prepared in no time and requires only a few ingredients. You can adjust the spice level according to your preference and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. Serve it with dosa, idli, vada, or any other South Indian breakfast and enjoy the burst of flavors in your mouth.

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