Dry Garlic Chutney Recipe
Dry Garlic Chutney, also known as Lasun Chutney, is a popular Indian condiment that is made with garlic cloves, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, dried red chilies, and coconut. The ingredients are dry roasted and then ground into a fine powder, resulting in a pungent and flavorful chutney. This chutney is widely used in Indian cuisine as a condiment or a seasoning to add flavor and depth to various dishes. It can also be used as a marinade or rub for grilling and barbecuing.
Ingredients
- 40 grams garlic peeled
- 20 grams coconut dry coconut powder
- 10 grams Sesame seeds
- 10 grams Red Chilli Powder
- 5 grams Salt
- 5 grams tamarind paste
- 10 ml Oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Peeling Garlic: Begin by peeling the garlic cloves. Make sure they are clean and free of any dirt or skin.
- Ready Ingredients: Measure and keep all ingredients ready. Use desiccated coconut or dry coconut flakes as they blend well in the chutney.
Cooking
- Roasting Ingredients: In a pan, heat 1 tsp of oil. Add garlic cloves and roast them until they turn golden brown. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, roast the desiccated coconut and sesame seeds separately until they are golden brown.
- Blending: Once all the roasted ingredients have cooled down, put them in a grinder. Add red chili powder, salt, and tamarind paste. Blend everything into a coarse powder. You don't want it to be too smooth; a slightly grainy texture is desired.
- Storage: Transfer the chutney into an airtight container. It can be stored at room temperature for a week and in the refrigerator for up to a month.
Equipment Used for This Recipe
Notes & Tips
- Texture: The chutney should be grainy and not very powdery. The texture adds to the overall mouthfeel.
- Heat Level: Adjust the red chili powder according to your heat preference. The chutney is typically spicy, but you can reduce the chili for a milder version.
- Uses: Apart from Vada Pav, this chutney can be used in sandwiches, rolls, or as a side with snacks.
- Oil Choice: Any neutral oil works for this recipe. It is used mainly for roasting.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Dry Garlic Chutney Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
25
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.003
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Sodium
141
mg
6
%
Potassium
36
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
0.3
g
0
%
Protein
0.5
g
1
%
Vitamin A
198
IU
4
%
Vitamin B1
0.01
mg
1
%
Vitamin B2
0.01
mg
1
%
Vitamin B3
0.1
mg
1
%
Vitamin B5
0.03
mg
0
%
Vitamin B6
0.1
mg
5
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Vitamin E
0.4
mg
3
%
Vitamin K
1
µg
1
%
Calcium
14
mg
1
%
Iron
0.3
mg
2
%
Magnesium
6
mg
2
%
Zinc
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.