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Cape Gooseberry Chutney

A unique chutney made with cape gooseberries is a perfect accompaniment to serve with any snack of your choice. Sweet and sour, it will leave you smacking your lips and asking for more.

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Main ingredientsCape gooseberries, Fennel seeds, Dried red chilli, Cinnamon, Roasted cumin powder, Turmeric powder, Dried ginger powder, Castor sugar, Salt
CuisineIndian
CoursePickles Jams Chutneys
Prep time10-15 minutes
Cook time10-15 minutes
Serve4
TasteTangy
Level of cookingEasy
OthersVegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cape gooseberries, halved
  • ½ teaspoon coarsely crushed fennel seeds (saunf)
  • 1 dried red chilli, broken
  • ½ inch cinnamon, broken
  • ½ teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried ginger powder (soonth)
  • 2-3 tablespoons castor sugar 
  • Salt to taste

Method

  1. Roast the cape gooseberries in a pan on medium heat, for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously. 
  2. Add 2 tablespoons water, mix and mash till pulpy. Add crushed fennel seeds, dried red chilli, cinnamon, roasted cumin powder and turmeric powder, mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add dried ginger powder, mix and cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add castor sugar, mix well and cook for 1-2 minutes.  Add salt and mix well.
  5. Discard the dried red chilli and cinnamon. Take the pan off the heat and allow to cool slightly.
  6. Transfer the mixture into a blender jar and blend to a fine paste. Transfer into a serving bowl and serve as an accompaniment with any snack your choice. 
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