Ingredients
- 4-5 tomatoes, chopped
- 3-4 green chillies, chopped
- 2 tbsp chana dal
- 1/2 cup peanuts
- 2 whole red chillies
- 1/2 tsp jeera
- 1/2 tsp coriander seeds
- 4-5 curry leaves
- 1 tbsp garlic, grated
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
Heat one teaspoon of oil in a pan. Add cumin and coriander seeds, sauté for two minutes, then add peanuts and lentils and dry roast lightly.
Add chopped tomatoes and green chillies to the pan and cook briefly. Onions can also be added if desired. Season with salt and red chilli powder and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Let the mixture cool, then grind it to a smooth or slightly coarse paste using a blender or mortar and pestle.
Prepare the Tempering
Heat the remaining oil, add curry leaves, whole red chillies, and crushed garlic. Sauté lightly and pour over the chutney.
Enjoy this protein-rich tomato chutney with paratha, dal-chawal, or your favourite snacks.
This protein-packed tomato chutney is a simple and tasty way to add nutrition to everyday meals without extra effort.
