This blog post contains an easy and delicious recipe for Kara Chutney for toddlers. Perfect for the Australian summer days, this vegan and gluten-free chutney is sure to bring endless smiles to your little ones. With its tangy flavour, this traditional recipe is a family favourite and is also packed with vitamins, minerals and great taste! Make Kara Chutney for your toddler today and let them experience the flavours of India!

General Information

• Servings: 6
• Keywords: Kara Chutney, Vegetable Chutney, Indian Chutney
• Calories: 130
• Protein: 1.3 grams
• Carbs: 11.3 grams
• Fat: 8.4 grams
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 large red onion, diced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon of roasted cumin
• 1 teaspoon of coriander seed
• 1 teaspoon of minced ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon of black mustard seeds
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup of roasted cashews, chopped

Directions

Step 1: Begin by prepping all of the vegetables: mince the garlic, dice the tomatoes, and dice the onion. Set aside.

Step 2: In a medium pan, heat two tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Once it is hot, add the garlic. Cook for 30 seconds before adding the mustard seeds, cumin, coriander, ginger, chili powder, turmeric and garam masala. Cook for an additional two minutes.

Step 3: Add the diced onion to the pan and cook over medium heat for five minutes.

Step 4: Add the diced tomatoes and cook for an additional five minutes. (I can already smell the deliciousness! Can’t you?)

Step 5: Remove the pan from the heat and allow it to cool for 10 minutes.

Step 6: Add the cooled mixture to a blender, along with the Greek yogurt and cashews. Blend until a thick paste-like consistency is achieved.

Step 7: Transfer the chutney to a serving dish and serve with your favorite snack or appetizers. Enjoy!

Recommended Sides

Kara Chutney is best served with crunchy crudite, naan, crackers, or pita chips.

(Don’t worry if you don’t have a lot of time or experience in the kitchen–it’s just as delicious when your little helpers help you make it!)