Indian
Indian - Chutneys and Sides
Chettinad Shallot & Red Chilli Chutney
Chef's Menu Description
A bold, fiery curry infused with roasted red chillies, crushed garlic, and a tangy spiced tomato gravy with vibrant green peppers.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup shallots (pearl onions), roughly chopped
- • 8 dried red chilies
- • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
- • 3/4 tsp salt
- • 2 tbsp sesame oil
- • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
- • 8 curry leaves
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Heat 1 tbsp of the oil and fry the dried red chilies until fragrant; remove and cool.
2
Phase 2
In the same oil, sauté the shallots until translucent and lightly browned at the edges.
3
Phase 3
Grind the chilies, shallots, tamarind, and salt with a little water into a smooth chutney.
4
Phase 4
Heat the remaining oil and pop the mustard seeds and curry leaves.
5
Phase 5
Pour the tempering over the chutney and mix well.
6
Phase 6
Serve as a spicy side with idli, dosa, or steamed rice.