Onion Chutney

A spicy and flavorful chutney made with sautéed onions, garlic, and red chilies, perfect with paratha or puri.

Ingredients

1. Peeled onions – 1 cup
2. Garlic flakes – 6–7
3. Channa dal – 2 tbsp
4. Red chilies – 5 (or to taste)
5. Tamarind – little
6. Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
7. Curry leaves – few
8. Salt – to taste

Method

1. Fry ingredients

   • Heat oil in a pan
   • Add red chilies, channa dal, and garlic
   • Fry until aromatic
   • Add onions and sauté till golden brown

2. Grind chutney

   • Transfer the fried mixture to a grinder
   • Add tamarind and salt
   • Grind to a smooth or slightly coarse paste

3. Prepare tempering

   • Heat a little oil in a small pan
   • Add mustard seeds and let them splutter
   • Add curry leaves and sauté briefly

4. Finish and serve

   • Pour the tempering over the chutney
   • Mix well
   • Serve with paratha or puri