Instant Sweet & Spicy Lemon Chutney

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey adds sweetness with less processing.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: dried red chilies

Bell peppers offer a milder flavor.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: citrus juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Citrus juice provides a fresh tang.

Wash and zest the lemons, then juice them.

Chop the green chilies, ginger, and garlic finely.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, cooking until they crackle.

Stir in the chopped ginger and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add the chopped green chilies and turmeric, cooking for another minute.

Pour in the lemon juice and zest, mixing well.

Add sugar, salt, and vinegar; stir until sugar dissolves.

Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Transfer to a sterilized jar and store in the refrigerator.

Cooking Techniques

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