Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Peanuts, roasted and ground coarse | 100 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Cilantro leaves, roughly chopped | 45 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Cumin seeds, toasted and crushed | 5 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Lemon juice, freshly squeezed | 20 g | Sour · Heating |
 Sesame oil, measured for blending | 12 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt, finely ground | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- For Peanut Cilantro Chutney, measure 20 g (about 1 tablespoon) of citrus and keep it separate from the vegetables until their surfaces are dry.
- Grind the peanuts to a coarse meal rather than a paste. Work in 6 short pulses, pausing between them so the mixture stays cool and retains the intended texture.
- Pulse them with cilantro, cumin, lemon, oil, and warm water. Work in 3 short pulses, pausing between them so the mixture stays cool and retains the intended texture.
- Season the thick chutney and serve only a spoonful. Wait 2 minutes at room temperature, taste a small spoonful, and correct the salt or acidity without thinning the mixture.
- Rest Peanut Cilantro Chutney for 15 minutes, taste only after the flavors settle, and refrigerate any unused portion in a clean covered container.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original lacto-vegetarian recipe developed for the R3 regional and practical cooking collection)
Peanut Cilantro Chutney is a concentrated accompaniment; use a small portion with a compatible meal Vata: pair it with warm moist food and avoid an oversized raw portion. Pitta: reduce sourness and hot chili where present. Kapha: keep oil and sweetener restrained while favoring pungent aromatics.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Peanut Cilantro Chutney
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (23g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 379 kcal | 88 kcal |
| Protein | 14.9 g | 3.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 11.7 g | 2.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 1.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | 0.7 g |
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 7.8 g |
| Calcium | 93.6 mg | 21.9 mg |
| Iron | 4.72 mg | 1.10 mg |
| Magnesium | 106.8 mg | 25.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 227.7 mg | 53.2 mg |
| Potassium | 565 mg | 132 mg |
| Sodium | 1062 mg | 248 mg |
| Zinc | 2.00 mg | 0.47 mg |
| Copper | 0.69 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Manganese | 1.23 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Selenium | 4.2 µg | 1.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 12.4 mg | 2.9 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 82.9 µg | 19.4 µg |
| Vitamin E | 5.25 mg | 1.23 mg |
| Vitamin K | 75.6 µg | 17.7 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.38 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.12 mg | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 6.85 mg | 1.60 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 144.7 µg | 33.8 µg |
| Choline | 32.4 mg | 7.6 mg |
