Flaxseed Chutney

I have a packet of flaxseeds sitting in my pantry which i used for my smoothies or simply throw into my morning cereal. This time i'm making chutney with them. Yes, flaxseed chutney to go with my Sunday classical Indian breakfast...idli. Flaxseed known to fight against heart disease,breast cancer and diabetes which one shall include in their daily diet. In this chutney recepi, i found out the flaxseed helps to thicken the chutney and taste absolutely wonderful. Goes well with idli,dosa or even masala paniyaram. Try this simple and healthy chutney to enjoy the goodness.

Ingredients

2 large tomatoes,chopped
4 tbsp flaxseeds
6 cloves garlic
4-6 dry red chilly
1 tsp tamarind paste
1 tbsp vegetable/gingely oil
Salt to taste

For Tempering

1 tbsp vegetable/gingely oil
1 1/2 tsp mustard seeds


Methods

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and dry chillies,garlic and flaxseeds. Saute for 1-2 minute. Add chopped tomatoes and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool completely.

Add the sauteed ingredients into a blender together with tamarind paste and salt. Grind to a smooth paste. Transfer to a bowl.

Heat oil in a saucepan, and add mustard seeds. Once the mustard seeds splutter, pour the mustard mustard seeds onto the chutney and mix well.

Serve with idli or dosa