India

Onion Chutney

| Indian Cuisine 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.

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Ingredients

2 tsp oil
2 tbsp channa dhal
2 medium-sized red onions, coarsely chopped
3 pieces of coconut, each 1x1 inch
1 tsp tamarind paste
4–6 dried red chile peppers
Salt to taste

Method

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