Make This Spicy North Karnataka Chutney Powder That Stays Fresh for Months

North Karnataka is famous for its long-lasting chutney powders, perfect for the hot summer months when most dishes spoil quickly. This peanut and coconut-based ‘pudi’ is easy to make, stays fresh for months, and pairs beautifully with dosa, idli, chapati, akki rotti, or even hot rice.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 200g peanuts
• 10–15 garlic cloves
• 2 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 tsp red chili powder
• 10–20 curry leaves
• 50g dry coconut
• 50g roasted gram
• 1/2-inch dry ginger piece
• Coriander leaves
• Salt to taste

How to Make It:

• Roast the peanuts until golden, remove their skins, and set aside.
• On low heat, roast finely chopped coconut until lightly browned. Add curry leaves and roast until crisp.
• Coarsely crush the dry ginger.

Mixing the Chutney:

In a mixer jar, combine roasted peanuts, garlic, cumin, curry leaves, dry coconut, roasted gram, and dry ginger. Grind coarsely.

Add coriander leaves, red chili powder, and salt. Grind to a slightly finer consistency. Your North Karnataka chutney powder is ready!

Tips for Best Flavor:

• Avoid adding water while grinding.
• Ensure coriander leaves are dry before adding.
• For a classic treat, mix the powder with hot rice and a little ghee or oil, it’s heavenly!

This simple, aromatic chutney powder brings the authentic taste of North Karnataka to your table, making every meal vibrant and flavorful.