Nepali Peanut Salsa
Dive into the bold, nutty flavors of Nepali Peanut Salsa, a vibrant and aromatic condiment that elevates any meal. This quick and easy recipe combines roasted peanuts, charred tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and a zingy touch of lime juice for a creamy, flavorful dip with a hint of heat from green chili. Infused with the earthy essence of fenugreek and turmeric tempered in hot oil, this peanut salsa offers a delightful balance of smoky, tangy, and spicy notes. Perfect as a dip for bread, a topping for rice, or a versatile accompaniment to your favorite dishes, this Nepali-inspired delight is ready in just 20 minutes and promises to brighten your table with its unique, irresistible taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw peanuts
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 piece Green chili
- 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Dry roast the peanuts in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Let them cool slightly, then remove the skins by rubbing them between your hands. Set aside.
In the same skillet, lightly char the tomatoes until their skin becomes wrinkled and slightly blackened. Remove and let them cool before peeling the skin off.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peanuts, peeled tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, green chili, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding a few tablespoons of water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the fenugreek seeds and sauté until they darken slightly (about 30 seconds). Be careful not to burn them.
Immediately add the turmeric powder to the oil and stir, then pour the spiced oil over the blended peanut mixture. Stir well to combine.
Finish by adding lime juice and mixing thoroughly. Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed.
Serve the peanut salsa as a condiment with rice, bread, or vegetable dishes, or as a dip. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1228 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1844 mg | 39% | |
*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.
