Sekai no Shokutaku

India / Sauces & condiments

Wikibooks

Onion Chutney

Onion chutney is a delicious sweet-and-sour chutney used as a side dish for many South Indian snacks and breakfast items. It is one of the components used in masala dosa assembly.

Ingredients

ScaleNo serving count in the source — scale by factor
  • oil2 tsp
  • channa dhal2 tbsp
  • red onions, medium-sized; coarsely chopped2
  • coconut, each 1 x 1 inch3 piece
  • tamarind paste1 tsp
  • dried red chile peppers, dried4–6
  • salt, to taste

Method 3 steps

  1. In a shallow pan, heat the oil. Add the chana dal, and stir until the dal is roasted.

  2. Add the onions, and stir fry them till they become transparent and the edges turn golden brown. Turn off the heat and let them cool for a few minutes.

  3. When cooled, blend together the onion mixture, coconut, chillies, tamarind, and salt until it makes a smooth paste. Add a few teaspoons of water if necessary.