Amla Chutney, Gooseberry Spicy Chutney
by Tarla Dalal
amla chutney recipe | Indian gooseberry spicy chutney | raw amla chutney | nellikai chutney | with 14 amazing images.
amla chutney recipe | Indian gooseberry spicy chutney | raw amla chutney | nellikai chutney is a chatpata accompaniment with a mind-boggling flavour that combines tang, spice and more! Learn how to make Indian gooseberry spicy chutney.
To make amla chutney, combine all the ingredients and ¼ cup of water in a mixer and blend it till smooth. Serve or store it in an airtight container and refrigerate it.
This easy-to-make raw amla chutney combines gooseberries with ingredients like ginger and coriander, which balance the tartness of amla beautifully. The green chillies further adds the necessary spice touch, thus making it a perfect accompaniment.
Though this Indian gooseberry spicy chutney has little sugar, there are other benefits to reap. vitamin C rich amla is commonly available in the winter, and this recipe is a must-try when amla is in season. This vitamin is known for its immune boosting properties.
You can store it in the refrigerator for 4-5 days and enjoy it with rotis and parathas. In Tamil Nadu, it is named as nellikai chutney and served with rice. You can also try other chutney recipes like Mint and Coriander Chutney or Ginger Chutney.
Tips for amla chutney. 1. Though it can be stored, to gain maximum vitamin C enjoy it fresh. 2. If you wish you can omit the sugar or replace it with jaggery.
Enjoy amla chutney recipe | Indian gooseberry spicy chutney | raw amla chutney | nellikai chutney | with step by step photos.
Amla Chutney, Gooseberry Spicy Chutney recipe - How to make Amla Chutney, Gooseberry Spicy Chutney
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Makes 1 cup
For Amla Chutney
1/2 cup deseeded and roughly chopped amla (indian gooseberries)
1 cup chopped coriander (dhania)
1 tbsp roughly chopped green chillies
1/2 tsp chopped ginger (adrak)
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1/4 tsp black salt (sanchal)
2 tsp sugar
salt to taste
For amla chutney
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- Add ¼ cup of water. Blend it till smooth.
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Amla Chutney video by Tarla Dalal
How to make amla chutney
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To prepare amla chutney recipe | Indian gooseberry spicy chutney | raw amla chutney | nellikai chutney |, in a mixer jar take ½ cup deseeded and roughly chopped amla.
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Add chopped coriander. Make use of an aromatic bunch with bright green leaves remove the leaves from the stem and discard the stems. Wash thoroughly and roughly chop them. You can also add mint leaves if you like.
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Add roughly chopped green chilies. This being a spicy green chutney we are adding 1 tbsp of green chillies, you can add less or more.
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Add chopped ginger.
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Add cumin seeds.
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Add asafoetida and black salt.
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Add sugar. Alternatively, you can add jaggery to make amla chutney recipe | Indian gooseberry spicy chutney | raw amla chutney | nellikai chutney |. It will balance the tanginess of avla and make chutney chatpata.
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Add salt to taste.
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Pour ¼ cup of water.
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Blend everything in a mixer till smooth.
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Serve amla chutney | Indian gooseberry spicy chutney | raw amla chutney | nellikai chutney | or store it in an airtight container and refrigerate it.
- Guava Chutney, Baingan Chutney and Red Pumpkin Chutney are some other unique chutney recipes from our website. Do try the recipe and enjoy it with sumptuous snacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. Can i omit the sugar in Amla chutney? Yes, you can omit the sugar if desired. You can also replace the sugar with jaggery.
tips for amla chutney
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Though it can be stored, to gain maximum vitamin C enjoy it fresh.
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If you wish you can omit the sugar or replace it with jaggery.
health benefits of amla chutney
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Amla Chutney - an immune boosting accompaniment.
- Amla is one of the richest sources of vitamin C - a nutrient which helps to boost immunity and fight diseases.
- Vitamin C also reduces the free radical damage and protects the health of the organs of the body.
- Without the addition of sugar, this chutney can be enjoyed by weight watchers, heart patients and diabetics.
| Energy | 7 cal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 124 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin C | 32.4 mg |
| Folic Acid | 1.1 mcg |
| Calcium | 5.8 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 1.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 1.3 mg |
| Sodium | 1.3 mg |
| Potassium | 15.8 mg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
it turned out just perfect. thank you.
Amla chutney.. a quick easy recipe.. the sourness of the amla.. is really amazing.. with a slight sweet taste.. the spicy taste is also just well balanced..