Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Dry Roast Peanuts in Airfryer (Optional Method)

   Add 1 cup of peanuts to the airfryer basket. Place the peanuts underneath the mesh to avoid the peel flying around. Airfry at 370°F for 5 minutes. Toss the peanuts and place them underneath the mesh again. Airfry again at 370°F for another 5 minutes, or airfry a little longer based on the desired color until well roasted.

2. 2.Dry Roast Peanuts in Pan (Optional Method)

   Alternatively, heat a pan and add 1 cup of peanuts. Keep mixing the peanuts in the middle on medium flame until they turn brown and are well roasted.

3. 3.Prepare Tamarind

   Take a small piece of tamarind, wash it once, and then soak it in hot water for 10 minutes (or 5 minutes with hot water) to soften.

4. 4.Fry Chutney Base Ingredients

   Heat the pan and add 1 teaspoon of oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 3 garlic cloves, 5 green chilies, 1 tablespoon of split chickpeas (chana dal), 1 teaspoon of urad dal, and 1/4 cup of chopped onions. Mix all ingredients together and cook on medium flame for 4-5 minutes or until everything is roasted well. Let the roasted mixture cool down completely.

5. 5.Grind Chutney

   Add the cooled roasted mix to a grinder jar. Add 1/4 cup of roasted split chickpeas (daliya/putnalu), the roasted peanuts (along with their peel, as the peel is rich in antioxidants), 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of coconut powder. Grind/blend these dry ingredients to a coarse powder. Then, add the soaked tamarind along with its water and grind/blend to a smooth paste, adding enough water for your desired consistency. After tasting, add more salt (e.g., 1/2 teaspoon) or chili as needed, and grind/blend again until smooth.

6. 6.Prepare Optional Tempering

   Heat the same pan and add 1 teaspoon of oil (you can add 2-3 teaspoons if you prefer more oil for tempering). Add 2 red chilies, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds, a pinch of turmeric (optional, for color), 2 finely chopped garlic cloves, and 3-4 curry leaves. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the spices are fried and aromatic.

7. 7.Serve Chutney

   Pour the prepared tempering over the peanut chutney and mix well. The super tasty peanut chutney with just 1 teaspoon of oil is ready to be served. Enjoy with idli, dosa, vada, or other South Indian breakfast items.