Garlic Chutney

Garlic chutney is a flavorful and spicy condiment commonly found in Indian cuisine. It can be made in various ways, but here's a basic recipe for a delicious garlic chutney:

Ingredients:

1. 8-10 garlic cloves
2. 4-5 dried red chilli peppers (adjust based on your spice preference)
3. 1 tablespoon oil (preferably vegetable or sesame oil)
4. 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
5. 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
6. Salt to taste
7. Water (as needed)

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds to the hot oil. Allow them to sizzle and splutter for a few seconds.
3. Add the garlic cloves and dried red chilli peppers to the pan. Sauté them for a few minutes until the garlic cloves turn golden brown and the chilli peppers become slightly crispy. Make sure not to burn them.
4. Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool down.
5. Once cooled, transfer the garlic, chilli peppers, cumin seeds, and mustard seeds to a blender or food processor. Add salt to taste.
6. Grind the ingredients into a coarse paste. If needed, add a little water to adjust the consistency and make it easier to blend.
7. Taste the chutney and adjust the salt and spiciness according to your preference.
8. Transfer the garlic chutney to a clean, airtight jar or container.
9. The chutney can be served immediately, but the flavours tend to develop and intensify over time, so it's recommended to let it sit for a few hours before use.
10. You can enjoy garlic chutney as a condiment with various dishes like dosas, idlis, vadas, sandwiches, and parathas, or as a spicy accompaniment to Indian meals.