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Flaxseed Chutney | Javas Chutney | Alsi Chutney Recipe

Flaxseed chutney is a flavourful & nutritious spice powder made from roasted flaxseeds, combined with nutty sesame seeds, coconut and spices.
This chutney is a healthy twist on traditional Indian chutneys.
This is a vegan, nutritious, omega-3 rich, fiber rich, beginner-friendly & diabetic-friendly condiment to include in your day-to-day diet.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Whole Flaxseeds
  • 1/4th cup Sesame Seeds
  • 1/4th cup Dry Coconut
  • 4 Dry Red Chillies
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 2 sprigs Curry Leaves
  • 4 Garlic Cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon Oil

Method
 

  1. Heat a thick bottom pan, add whole flaxseeds and dry roast for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
  2. Once well roasted, they will start to pop & release their nutty aroma.
  3. Transfer the flaxseeds to a plate & let them cool.
  4. Dry roast sesame seeds for 2 minutes until they turn lightly brown. Once done, set them aside to cool.
  5. Heat half a teaspoon of oil, toss in garlic cloves and saute for 30 seconds.
  6. Add 2 sprigs of curry leaves, saute for another minute till leaves turn crisp.
  7. Toss in dry red chillies, dry red chillies and cumin seeds.
  8. Roast this mixture on low heat, stirring continuously.
  9. Roast till coconut turns golden brown & the spices release their aroma.
  10. Once roasted, set aside this mixture to cool down completely.
  11. Once all the roasted ingredients have cooled, add them to the blender.
  12. Add half a teaspoon of red chilli powder and salt to taste.
  13. Blend on pulse mode to get a coarse texture.
  14. Healthy Flaxseed Chutney is ready.
  15. Store it in an airtight container and use when required.

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