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Nutrition
Besan Chutney
Besan Chutney is a quick and easy recipe combines the earthy richness of besan with the zing of tamarind, creating a delightful accompaniment perfect for dipping, spreading, or dolloping over your favorite dishes.
Chutney has the charm to transform any meal into a finger-licking delight. Apart from interesting flavours, chutney brings in antioxidants, protein, and loads of fibre. For instance, besan or chickpea flour is an excellent source of protein, Vitamin B, iron, folate, magnesium, zinc, and manganese. Consuming besan chutney can:
- Boosts metabolism
- Provides good fats in the body
- Helps in relieving constipation
- Makes bones stronger
- Lowers cholesterol
Besan Chutney | Full Recipe
01
serves
230
calories
360
minutes
5/10
simplicity
Easy Steps
01Firstly, in a large bowl take 2 tbsp besan and mix in 2 cup of water.
02Whisk well making sure there are no lumps, Keep aside.
03In a large kadai, heat 3 tbsp oil. Splutter mustard seeds, cumin, urad dal, chana dal, dry chillies and few curry leaves. Next, add onion and saute slightly.
04Add ginger and chilli. Add tomatoes and saute till everything shrinks and becomes soft.
- 2 tbsp besan / gram flour
- 2 cups water
- 3 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp mustard seeds, dried red chilli (broken)
- ½ jeera/cumin, urad dal, chana dal
- Curry leaves
- 1/2 onion
- 1 chilli, tomato (finely chopped)
- ¼ turmeric
- ½ salt
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 tbsp coriander leaves (finely chopped)
Keep the flame on low. Add turmeric and salt. Saute for a minute till the raw aroma disappears.
06Add prepared besan mixture, keep stirring continuously until the mixture combines well and thickens slightly.
07Now, cover and cook for 10 minutes. Adjust consistency by adding water, if required.
08Add coriander leaves and mix well. Enjoy with poori, chapati dosa or idli.
Nutritive Value
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 19.5g
- Fibre: 13g
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