Nutrition
Gongura Chutney
Gongura Chutney, a South Indian delicacy, blends tangy sorrel leaves with fiery chilies and aromatic spices, offering a flavorful and nutrient-rich condiment.
Gongura or red sorrel leaves are an excellent source of folate and Vitamin A, C, and B6. It is also loaded with iron, antioxidants, calcium and zinc.
- Prevents liver and increases the quality of blood
- Reduces hypertension
- Prevents cancer
- Improves digestion and immunity
- Decreases chances of Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
- Manages diabetes
Gongura Chutney - Full Recipe
- 01
serves - 230
calories - 360
minutes - 5/10
simplicity
Easy Steps
01Separate gongura leaves from the twigs. Wash leaves properly. Chop gongura leaves and keep aside.
02Pound the jaggery or grind to make powdered or smaller pieces. This will make it easier to mix.
03Finely chop the onion and garlic and keep aside.
04Heat oil in the pan. Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds; Let the seeds splutter. Add garlic and let it turn golden yellow. Break the chilli in two pieces and add to the pan.
- 200g fresh gongura leaves
- 4 clove garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 1 regular dries red chilli
- 1 tbsp salt to taste
- 1 tbsp mustard seeds
- 2 tbsp peanuts roasted
- 2 tbsp jaggery powder
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Add onion and salt. Stir till onions turn golden brown; Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and jaggery powder. Add the leaves. Mix well and cover for 5 mins or till the leaves have wilted off nicely.
06Add the roasted peanuts on the top. Mix well. Serve hot with steamed rice or chapati. Enjoy!
Nutritive Value
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 19.5g
- Fibre: 13g
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