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Indian Mango Chutney recipe
Mango chutney is one of the most popular Indian condiments among the three dips mentioned earlier. It is commonly served with poppadoms and pairs well with most appetisers. That’s right! Making your own fresh yogurt mint sauce and red onion chutney takes just 5-10 minutes each, while mango chutney will take a bit longer but is totally worth the effort. Homemade mango chutney have a longer shelf life, so you can enjoy them on many more curry nights to come. While pre-made poppadoms are easily available in most grocery stores in the UK, making your own has its benefits.You really know what goes into the making. Make it from scratch - All you need is lentil flour, water, and a pinch of salt to form a dough. Then roll the dough out into thin discs and fry them in hot oil until crispy. Not only will homemade poppadoms be fresher and healthier, but they’ll also be the perfect base for all your favourite dips. Short on time? Grab a packet of uncooked poppadoms at Asian stores and deep fry them until crispy for a tasty snack or appetiser. For step-by-step instructions and tips, check out our detailed post on making crispy poppadoms at home. While you can easily purchase pre-made mint sauce from the fridge section of most supermarkets, making it fresh at home is easy and cost-effective. Plus, it tastes so much better! Check out our detailed post on how to make Indian mint sauce for step-by-step instructions and tips. With just a little effort, you can enjoy this delicious and versatile sauce in the comfort of your own home. Making your own batch of this delicious Indian onion relish is not only cost-effective, but it’s also incredibly easy. For less than £1, you can enjoy a flavourful dips for poppadoms, samosas, onion bhaji, and other Indian appetisers. To learn how to make cold red onion chutney at home, step-by-step and get some useful tips, be sure to check out our detailed post. Aside from using it as a dip, did you know that a spoonful of homemade mango chutney can enhance the flavours of your curries or dal? You can also enjoy it with crackers and cheese for a delicious snack. While Geeta’s mango chutney is a popular brand in the UK, you can easily make it at home using fresh mango, garlic, vinegar, sugar, and spices. Once the chutney has cooled, you can store it at room temperature for a few months. Simply open one jar at a time and enjoy it with your favourite sides, then store the rest in the fridge. Check out our detailed post on how to make Mango Chutney at home for step-by-step instructions and tips.
Serving suggestions for Indian poppadom dips:
Serve chutneys/dips in small bowls alongside a basket of poppadoms. Serve as a starter before the main course of an Indian meal. Enjoy dips as a side with favourite Indian appetisers like samosas, pakoras, or onion bhajis. Use dips as a condiment to enhance other dishes, like aloo gobi tray bake, paneer curry, split yellow peas dal or biryanis. Arrange dips and poppadoms on a platter for casual gatherings or parties.
Storing Poppadom dips
Mint sauce: Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Red onion chutney: Store this Indian onion dip in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Mango chutney: Store in a sterilised jar and enjoy at room temperature for 6 months to a year. Once opened, use within 4 weeks and store in fridge.
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