Garlic Chutney

What is life without a little spice? This one though takes the cake in sheer spice and heat.Yet its one that you cannot have enough of. The ingredients can be controlled and manipulated to achieve a comfortable pungency level. Make it once and you will want to have it in your refrigerator at all times. This one goes well with all kind of Indian meals, Snacks, Burgers, Sandwiches, Rotis, Parathas, Bhakris,Khichadi and a worthy companion to the Vada Pav!

12 red dry chillies ( if you are not used to too much spice, use Kashmiri chillies- deseeded), 1 entire pod of garlic-peeled, a handful of roasted peanuts, tsp jaggery, 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 cup grated dry coconut ( gari), salt to taste.

Clockwise from top:Red chillies, garlic, tamarind paste, grated coconut, peanuts, jaggery,

Roast and crush separately, dry coconut and peanuts ( crush it finely , unless you like the chutney to be chunky). Grind together red chillies, garlic, salt, tamarind and jaggery.Mix this thick mass with the crushed coconut and peanuts. Store. This will keep well in the refrigerator for a month, though I cannot guarantee it will last that long :)