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Meal Prep Spicy Peanut Chutney

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Meal Prep Spicy Peanut Chutney
For Busy Morning Breakfasts

25 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
15
Ingredients
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If you struggle with getting in gear for a tasty breakfast every morning, it’s time to start planning in advance. This make-ahead peanut chutney can be meal prepped in advance and stored in the freezer until you need it. This fiery combo showcases the nutty richness of roasted peanuts with the heat of red chillies, balanced perfectly with tangy tamarind and a hint of sweetness. Just make a large batch once, portion it out, and you'll have ready-to-eat chutney for weeks.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
1 cupRaw peanuts
8-10Dry red chillies (adjust to heat preference)
6-8Garlic cloves
1 (15gms)Tamarind (small ball)
1 tspJaggery or sugar
1 tsp(to taste)Salt
1/2 tspCumin seeds
8-10Curry leaves
2 tbspOil
for grindingWater
For Tempering (Optional):
1 tbspOil
1/2 tspMustard seeds
1/2 tspUrad dal
4-5Curry leaves
A pinchHing

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Description - Step 1

Roast the Peanuts

Heat a dry pan over medium heat. Add the raw peanuts and roast them, stirring continuously, until they turn golden brown and release a nutty aroma. This should take about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly. Once cooled, rub the peanuts between your palms to remove most of the skins (a few bits remaining are fine).

Description - Step 2

Roast the Spices

In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the dry red chillies, garlic cloves, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Roast on low-medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the garlic turns golden and the chillies become fragrant. Be careful not to burn them, as this will make the chutney bitter.

Description - Step 3

Soak the Tamarind

Whilst the spices cool slightly, soak the tamarind ball in 2 tablespoons of warm water for easy blending. You can also use tamarind paste or extract if you have it readily available.

Description - Step 4

Grind the Chutney

In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peanuts, roasted chillies and garlic mixture, soaked tamarind, jaggery, and salt. Add water gradually (about 1/4 to 1/2 cup) and grind to a smooth or slightly coarse paste, depending on your preference. The consistency should be spreadable but not too runny. Taste and adjust salt or spice levels as needed.

Description - Step 5

Add Tempering (Optional)

For extra flavour, you can add a tempering. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add urad dal, curry leaves, and a pinch of hing. Fry for 30 seconds until the dal turns golden. Pour this tempering over the chutney and mix well. Note: If you're planning to freeze the entire batch, you can skip the tempering and add it fresh when reheating individual portions.

Description - Step 6

Portion and Freeze

Allow the chutney to cool completely to room temperature. Portion the chutney into freezer-safe containers, small zip-lock bags, or an ice cube tray. If using an ice cube tray, fill each cavity with chutney, freeze until solid (about 3-4 hours), then transfer the frozen cubes to a freezer bag. Label with the date, the chutney stays fresh for up to 3 months.

Description - Step 7

Reheat and Serve

When ready to serve, remove the desired portion from the freezer. Microwave on medium power for 45-60 seconds, stirring halfway through. Alternatively, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving. Serve alongside hot dosa, idli, uttapam, or vada.

Step 1
Roast the Peanuts
5 Minutes
Step 2
Roast the Spices
3 Minutes
Step 3
Soak the Tamarind
2 Minutes
Step 4
Grind the Chutney
5 Minutes
Step 5
Add Tempering (Optional)
3 Minutes
Step 6
Portion and Freeze
10 Minutes
Step 7
Reheat and Serve
1 Minute

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Plating Instructions

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Serve the chutney in a small bowl alongside your breakfast. For an attractive presentation, you can garnish with a drizzle of sesame oil or a sprinkle of roasted sesame seeds.

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Pairing Instructions

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This spicy peanut chutney is the perfect companion for your morning South Indian breakfast spread. It pairs beautifully with crispy masala dosa, soft idlis, or fluffy uttapam.

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Garnishing Instructions

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Garnish with fresh coriander leaves, a drizzle of sesame oil, or a few roasted peanuts on top. If you've prepared the tempering separately, add it fresh just before serving for maximum flavour.

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