Kashmiri Onion Chutney Gand Chetin
Discover the rich, bold flavors of **Kashmiri Onion Chutney (Gand Chetin)**, a traditional delicacy that beautifully balances caramelized onions with creamy yogurt and aromatic spices. This savory chutney features golden-brown onions infused with the warmth of cumin and fennel seeds, complemented by a hint of heat from green chilies and the vibrant color of Kashmiri red chili powder. Enhanced with mustard oil for authentic depth and finished with fresh cilantro and zesty lemon juice, this quick and easy side dish comes together in just 25 minutes. Perfectly versatile, Gand Chetin is a divine pairing with steamed rice, Kashmiri flatbreads, or as an irresistible dip for snacks. A must-try recipe that celebrates the essence of Kashmiri cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large (thinly sliced) Onion
- 1 cup (plain, whisked) Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Mustard oil
- 2 small (finely chopped) Green chilies
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon (grated) Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Heat mustard oil in a skillet on medium heat until it starts to smoke lightly, then reduce the heat to low.
Add cumin seeds and fennel seeds to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté on medium heat. Stir occasionally and cook until they are golden brown and caramelized (about 10-12 minutes).
Add the grated ginger and finely chopped green chilies to the onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the onion mixture cool down for 5 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth. Add red chili powder, salt, and lemon juice to the yogurt and mix well.
Fold the cooled onion mixture into the yogurt gently until evenly combined.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve either chilled or at room temperature.
Pair with steamed rice, Kashmiri breads like 'Tchot', or use as a dip for snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
609 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1378 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1433 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
