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Chutneys

Ginger Chutney

Detailed Ginger Chutney (Inji Thogayal) Recipe (Sattvik Style)

Ginger Chutney is a spicy, tangy, and sweet preparation that acts as a fantastic digestive stimulant.

1. Ingredients

  • Fresh Ginger: 1/2 cup (peeled and chopped).

  • Urad Dal: 2 tablespoons.

  • Tamarind Extract: 1 tablespoon (thick).

  • Jaggery: 1 tablespoon.

  • Dried Red Chilies: 4.

  • Salt: To taste.

2. How to Cook - Step-by-Step Guidance

Step 1: Roast Fry urad dal and red chilies in a little oil until golden.

Step 2: Sauté Ginger Add the chopped ginger to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes to remove some of the raw pungency.

Step 3: Combine Combine the sautéed ingredients with tamarind, jaggery, and salt. Grind into a fine paste.

3. What are the Health Benefits?

  • Digestive Fire (Agni): Strongly improves appetite and clears sluggish digestion.

  • Anti-inflammatory: Helps with joint pains and seasonal colds.

4. Who Can Avoid?

  • Stomach Ulcers: The heat from ginger can be irritating for those with active inflammation in the stomach lining.
Published on March 24, 2026