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Garlic Chutney (Lehsun Chutney)

North Indian · Sauce

A fiery and aromatic Indian condiment made with fresh garlic, dried red chilies, and cumin. This versatile sauce adds a punch of flavor to snacks, flatbreads, and main meals.

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20 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time15 min
Cook time5 min
Servings8 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

3 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Soak the dried red chilies

    Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for about 10-15 minutes until they soften.

    15 min
  2. Combine the soaked chilies, garlic cloves, cumin seeds, salt, lemon juice

    In a blender or mortar and pestle, combine the soaked chilies, garlic cloves, cumin seeds, salt, lemon juice, and 1/4 cup (60 ml) water. Blend into a smooth or slightly coarse paste according to your preference.

  3. Heat oil in a small pan

    Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the prepared garlic-chili paste and sauté for 3-5 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the paste and the raw smell of garlic disappears.

    5 min

A little kitchen wisdom

You can adjust the heat by removing seeds from the dried chilies before soaking. For a smokier flavor, you can lightly roast the garlic cloves before blending.

What you'll need

BlenderMortar and pestleSmall frying pan
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Make it ahead

The chutney can be made entirely ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight glass jar to prevent the smell from transferring. Ensure there is a thin layer of oil on top for better preservation. Serve cold or at room temperature.

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Garlic Chutney (Lehsun Chutney)
Step 1 of 3

Soak the dried red chilies

Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for about 10-15 minutes until they soften.

15 min