Moringa, also known as drumstick leaves, is hailed as a superfood for a reason. In chutney form, it’s an easy way to get its benefits without fuss. The leaves blend beautifully with roasted dals, tamarind’s tang, and a medley of chillies, ginger, and garlic. The result? A rich, earthy chutney with a subtle kick, perfect with dosas, idlis, or even as a dip.

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What makes this chutney special is its versatility. It can double up as a nutritious dip for snacks, a spread for wraps, or a side for your daily rice meals. Packed with protein, fibre, and antioxidants, it’s an understated powerhouse that sneaks goodness into your plate without compromising on flavour.

Easy Steps

01

Wash 30 g (1 cup) drumstick leaves, 15 g (½ cup) curry leaves, 9 g (3) green chillies, and 10 g tamarind (lemon-sized ball).

02

In a pan, dry roast 12 g (1 tbsp) urad dal and 12 g (1 tbsp) chana dal until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

03

In the same pan, heat 10 g (2 tsp) oil. Sauté 12 g (4 cloves) garlic, 5 g (1-inch piece) ginger, green chillies, 4 g (2) dried red chillies, and curry leaves until aromatic.

04

Add drumstick leaves and cook until wilted and the raw smell disappears.

05

Transfer everything to a blender. Add roasted dals, tamarind, salt, and a splash of water. Grind to a thick chutney.

Ingredients List

• 30 g drumstick (moringa) leaves (1 cup)
• 15 g curry leaves (½ cup)
• 9 g green chillies (3)
• 4 g dried red chillies (2)
• 5 g ginger (1-inch piece)
• 12 g garlic (4 cloves)
• 12 g urad dal (1 tbsp)
• 12 g chana dal (1 tbsp)
• 10 g tamarind (lemon-sized ball)
• 10 g oil (2 tsp)
• Salt, to taste

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Nutritive Value (Per Serving)

• Calories: 66.9 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 8.24 g
• Protein: 2.7 g
• Fat: 3 g
• Fibre: 1.1 g