Indian
Indian - Chutneys and Sides
Misal Pav Coconut Chutney
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup dry coconut (kopra), flakes or grated
- • 10 dried red chilies (Byadgi and Guntur mix)
- • 8 garlic cloves
- • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 1 tbsp oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Dry-roast the dry coconut flakes until lightly golden, then roast the dried red chilies, coriander seeds, and cumin seeds until aromatic, and cool everything.
2
Phase 2
Grind the roasted ingredients with the garlic cloves and salt into a dry, coarse, flaky chutney powder.
3
Phase 3
Heat the oil, add the chutney, and toss for 2 minutes so it absorbs the oil and turns fragrant.
4
Phase 4
Spread the chutney on a plate and cool completely so it stays dry and crisp.
5
Phase 5
Sprinkle generously over misal, usal, or thalipeeth, or serve on the side with bhakri and dal.