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Pudina Chutney (Mint Chutney)
emointhekitchen Indian chutney has roots dating back over 3,000 years, and it doesn’t come from cooking, but from ancient Ayurvedic medicine. The name comes from the Hindi word for “to lick,” and early versions were herbal pastes meant to balance digestion and bodily energy, rather than add flavour. Our Pudina Chutney, also known as Mint Chutney, continues this tradition in a fresh, everyday way—it’s tangy and spicy, made with simple pantry ingredients. To get that brilliant, restaurant-style emerald green colour (instead of a muddy brown), blanch the mint and cilantro leaves in boiling water for just 15-20 seconds, then immediately plunge them into ice water before blending. It locks in…
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Tomato and Chilli Chutney
emointhekitchen Chutney is a traditional Indian condiment made from fruits, vegetables, onions, garlic, raisins, mustard, and vinegar. It can range from spicy and tangy to sweet and mild, making it a versatile addition to both meat and vegetarian dishes. In India, chutney is often prepared fresh using seasonal ingredients, while in Western countries it is commonly sold in jars. Served in small portions, it adds colour and extra flavour to meals such as rice, vegetables, and meat dishes. Tomato chutney, a staple of Indian cuisine, is made from diced, mashed, or puréed tomatoes, combined with ginger, chillies, sugar, salt, spices, and often dried fruits like raisins and dates. South Indian…
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Cucumber Raita
emointhekitchen That’s a great, Indian classic cucumber raita recipe—simple and really refreshing. Here are a few tips and optional tweaks to make it even better: You will need: 1/2 cup grated cucumber 1 onion 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 cup yogurt 2 tsp lime juice 2 1/2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped 2 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped 1 tsp ground coriander powder 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp salt & black pepper 1 tsp green hot chilli pepper (optional) Procedure: Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir. Use thick yoghurt: If your yoghurt is runny, strain it (or use Greek yoghurt for a creamier texture.…
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Tomato Onion Raita
emointhekitchen Tomato Onion Raita is a traditional Indian side dish that adds a refreshing touch to any meal. This cooling yoghurt-based preparation is perfect for balancing spicy dishes and can easily be whipped up in just a matter of minutes. You will need: 1 cup Greek yoghurt 1 cup onion, chopped 1 cup tomato, chopped 1 green or red chilli, chopped 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon cumin Salt (to taste) Procedure In a mixing bowl, add the yoghurt and whisk it until smooth. Add the finely chopped onion and tomato to the yoghurt. Stir in the finely chopped green chilli, cilantro, and cumin. Add salt to taste and mix…



