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Monday, June 22, 2009

Mango Chutney



 INGREDIENTS:
2 medium sized, ripe mangoes
1-2 T ghee
2 t fresh ginger, grated
1/2 t cumin seeds
1/2 t mustard seeds
1/2 t coriander powder
1/4- 1/2 t black pepper, as desired (or use dried red chili)
1/2 t turmeric
1/4 cinnamon
1/4 c water
1/4 c sugar

PREPARATION:
1. Slice and peel the mangoes, coarsely cut into chunks.
2. Chaunce in ghee the ginger, cumin and mustard seeds. After the mustard seeds pop, add remaining spices and mango in quick succession.  Stir well until the mango is coated with the ghee and spices.
3. Add the water and sugar, cover and cook on medium heat until the mango is tender (about ten minutes). Mash. Uncover and continue to cook until nicely thickened (a few minutes more). Now its ready to offer.