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April 17, 2014

Chettinad Vara Milagai Thuvayal(Red chilli Chutney Recipe)- Chutney For Paniyaram

Vara milagai chutney is a popular side dish for idli, dosa and paniyaram in Karaikudi - Chettinad region. This is one of the easiest chutney recipes & ideal for travel as it is without coconut. I think chettinad kara chutney and vara milagai thuvayal are the same because both have the same ingredients.

Friends from Chettinad, please tell me if there is any difference. I would love to try that too. Sendhil doesn’t like spicy side dishes. So I was waiting for a good chance to try this chutney for me. Yesterday my parents were in my house. As my dad is fond of kara chutney, I tried this spicy red chilli chutney for him. 

He loved it a lot and told me to pack this chutney with idli for his travel to Hyderabad. Whenever we go to hotels, myself and my dad ask for more servings of kaara chutney than coconut chutney & sambar. We are a big big fan of this. People looking for spicy side dishes must try this chutney. I am sure you will have at least 2 idlies more than your regular intake.


Chettinad Kara chutney recipe


Kara chutney recipe Kara chutney recipe - Chettinad style - Tastes great with idli, dosa & paniyaram
Cuisine: Indian
Category: side dish
Serves: 3
Prep time: 10 Minutes
Cook time: 10 Minutes
Total time: 20 Minutes


INGREDIENTS

  • Tomato - 1 no
  • Small onions - 20 nos or big onion - 2 no
  • Red chillies – 5 nos
  • Tamarind - a small piece(a big pinch)
  • Garlic cloves - 3 nos
  • Salt & water - as needed
To temper
  • Gingely oil - 3 tbsp
  • Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
  • Urad dal - 1 tsp
  • Curry leaves - few
HOW TO MAKE CHETTINAD KARA CHUTNEY - METHOD

  • Grind tomato,red chillies,small onions, garlic cloves, tamarind with salt & water to a slightly coarse paste. (Tips Tips: Always pinch the tamarind into small pieces and use for grinding. It helps to grind smoothly)
Vara milagai chutney step1
  • Heat gingely oil in a pan and temper with mustard seeds, urad dal & curry leaves. Pour this chutney in hot oil and allow it to boil till raw smell emanates completely.Chutney thickens as well.
Vara milagai chutney step2
  • Remove & serve with idli, dosa or paniyaram.


Note

  • Do not reduce the oil quantity for tempering as it helps to suppress the body heat developed by red chillies. It is good for your tummies too.
  • Use one big onion if you don’t have small onions in hand. 
  • If you like the raw smell of onions & want more spicy, just temper & pour it on the chutney. No need to boil the chutney.
 Malligai poo idli with spicy hot vara milagai chutney for breakfast is a total bliss, Right?? 

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23 comments :

  1. Rafeeda ARApril 17, 2014 at 10:53 AM

    this is one chutney that I take second servings at restaurants too!! just love it, but then the kids can't take that level of spice... must try this recipe sometime...

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  2. AparnaRajeshkumarApril 17, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    ahem ahem.. join the club , i am a spicy lover, so as chutney, and when we go to hotel , we ask extra chutney :D lovely version

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  3. great-secret-of-lifeApril 17, 2014 at 11:18 AM

    wow! so yummy I am a spice lover too....

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  4. UnknownApril 17, 2014 at 3:01 PM

    hot hot chutney .. perfect fr a spice lover like me..

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  5. PriyaApril 17, 2014 at 4:06 PM

    i usually do it with reduced spice .yours looks so hot n tempting

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    1. ChitraApril 17, 2014 at 7:54 PM

      Yes dear.I too usually add only 2 red chillies if my daughter has to eat.This time i made it really spicy ;)

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  6. mullaimadavanApril 17, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    Same pinch Aparna, I'm a spice lover too... never hesitated to ask for an extra serving of this chutneys.. Lovely post Chitra, flaming hot chutney looks bright and inviting!

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  7. JulieApril 17, 2014 at 7:55 PM

    Inviting chutney,Chitra..yumm :)

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  8. Suja ManojApril 17, 2014 at 9:52 PM

    Hot yummy chutney,looks so good

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  9. LifewithspicesApril 17, 2014 at 10:18 PM

    wow perfect one for me.. spicy hot

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  10. UnknownApril 18, 2014 at 3:51 AM

    Hot and spicy chutney with idli's love it a lot

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  11. Priya SureshApril 18, 2014 at 3:56 AM

    Love this flavourful chutney, can have two more idlies with this chutney.

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  12. Sangeetha NambiApril 18, 2014 at 5:06 AM

    Best combo ever !

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  13. ShobaApril 18, 2014 at 6:22 AM

    I will do this chutney only for me....I love spicy foods.

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  14. Home Cooked foodApril 18, 2014 at 7:05 PM

    love anything with chilies, this will be my favorite i know that.

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  15. Sangeetha PriyaApril 18, 2014 at 7:15 PM

    delicious n tempting platter!!!

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  16. ThecakenestApril 19, 2014 at 2:52 AM

    so hot chutney.lovely red color...

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  17. AnonymousApril 19, 2014 at 8:15 AM

    this spicy chutney looks so colorful with that red hue from chilies, will taste delicious with steamy idlis for breakfast,thanks for sharing :-)

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  18. cookbookjaleelaApril 20, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    good combination for idly dosa

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  19. Eat n Eat little MoreApril 21, 2014 at 6:50 PM

    hot hot chutney .. perfetc to go with idlis :)

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  20. Sundari NathanApril 21, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    Very tempting!! Love the fiery red color !!

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  21. BrindhaJuly 25, 2017 at 8:40 PM

    Nice recipe... Tried it.. its mouthwatering.. :)

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