SHALLOTS CHUTNEY | CHINNA VENGAYA CHUTNEY - (FOR IDLI / DOSA)
SHALLOT - Shallots are small onions . It is a versatile veggie which when added to dishes enhances the taste. In addition of being flavorful , it offers a number of nutritional benefits. It is very good for diabetics.
Now coming to this chutney,with just three ingredients it is prepared .The mild sweet taste of small onions,tanginess of tamarind and spiciness of the red chillies when combined together gives a unique taste. This chutney goes well with Hot Idli's and Dosa's.
Ingredients for shallot chutney
- 25 - 30 nos. of shallots | small onion
- 6 - 8 nos. of red chillies
- Tamarind - small goosebery sized
- Salt
- Oil
Preparation
Heat 2 tsp. of oil in a pan, add the red chillies , saute it for a few seconds,remove and keep it aside
Add the small onions to the same pan and fry until it turns translucent. Remove from heat.
When all the ingredients are cooled, grind them to a smooth paste by adding tamarind and salt . Add little water to get the right consistency.
Simple and delicious chutney is ready to be served.
Serve this shallot chutney with hot idli's or crispy dosa's and enjoy :
Check Out my other Side dishes that can be seved along with Idli's or Dosa's
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Instant-tomato-chutney
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