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Monday 2 May 2016

Garlic Chutney




Garlic contains anti-oxidants that protects us from cell damage and aging. Consumption of garlic reduces cholesterol and blood pressure. All the above said properties reduces the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's. Good for heart health. Garlic also boosts our immune system. Good for bone health. It can detoxify heavy metals in the body. Increases longevity. Reduces fatigue and enhances work capacity. 


Preparation: 


  • Soak the red chillies in hot water. Allow it to soak for 15 minutes. 
  • After 15 minutes, grind together red chillies, garlic, tamarind and little salt. The mixture will look coarse. Add water little by little, and go on grinding until you get a smooth paste. Transfer to a bowl. Adjust the salt.
  • Heat oil and pour it on the chutney. Mix well. Do not reduce the quantity of the oil. 
  • Serve with idly /dosa. Especially good while travelling.
  • Can be refrigerated for a week. 


Ingredients: 

Garlic cloves - 5 nos. 
Dry red chilly - 5 
Tamarind - 1/2 teaspoon 
Salt to taste 
Gingelly / Sesame oil - 1/2 tablespoon 


Sharmi's recipe

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