Guava Chutney (Printable)

A tangy, sweet relish made from semi-ripe guamas with coconut and traditional South Indian tempering.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 2 semi-ripe guavas, chopped (about 1½ cups)
02 - ¼ cup fresh grated coconut
03 - 1-2 green chilies, chopped
04 - 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped

→ Seasonings

06 - ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
07 - 1 teaspoon jaggery or brown sugar
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Tempering Ingredients

09 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil
10 - ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
11 - ½ teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
12 - 1 dried red chili
13 - 6-8 curry leaves
14 - Pinch of asafoetida (hing), optional

# How To Make:

01 - Combine guavas, coconut, green chilies, ginger, coriander, salt, jaggery, and lemon juice in a blender. Add 2-3 tablespoons water and blend until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed to achieve desired texture.
02 - Pour the blended chutney into a serving bowl and set aside while preparing the tempering.
03 - Heat coconut oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and wait for them to splutter. Add urad dal, dried red chili, curry leaves, and asafoetida. Sauté until the dal turns golden brown and fragrant.
04 - Pour the hot tempering over the chutney. Mix thoroughly to combine the flavors. Serve immediately with idli, dosa, vada, or use as a sandwich spread.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes.
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, catering to various dietary needs.
  • A unique blend of fresh guava and traditional Indian tempering.
02 -
  • Use semi-ripe guavas that are firm but slightly soft for the perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
  • If using asafoetida, ensure it is a gluten-free variety if you have gluten sensitivities.
  • The tempering should be added just before serving to maintain the crunch of the urad dal.
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