Saturday, July 21, 2012

Walnut Chutney

Walnut seeds are high density source of nutrients, particularly proteins and essential fatty acids.
100 grams of walnuts contain 15.2 gram protein, 65.2 gram fat, and 6.7 gram dietary fiber. The protein in walnuts provides many essential amino acids.They act as antioxidants.




Cooking Time:10mins
Ingredients:
Walnuts                  25
Red Chillis               6 -7
Onion(Big)              1/2
Salt                        To taste
Tamarind Paste       little

For Tempering:
Oil                           1tbsp
Mustard Seeds         1tsp
Urad Dhal                1tsp
Channa Dhal            1tsp
Curry Leaves               few


Preparation Method:
1. Dry roast Walnut alone for just few secs. Over roasting will reduce the anitioxidant quality of Walnuts.
2. Dry roast Red Chillis & Onion. After it cools down, grind all with Salt and Tamarind Paste.
3. Do the Tempering.

Tips:
1. Garlic can also be added.
2. Take care not to over roast Walnuts.

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