πŸ₯¬ Cabbage Chutney

An earthy, tangy chutney rooted in everyday South Indian kitchens

Spice Level: 🌢️🌢️
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Serves: 4
Calories: ~110 kcal

πŸ₯Ÿ Crunch, Spice & Condiments on the Side

🌿 Introduction

This cabbage chutney is proof that nothing in the kitchen is wasted.
Cooked gently, ground with chilies and tamarind, and finished with coconut oil β€” it’s earthy, tangy, and quietly addictive.

β€œRain has a way of calling for crunch.”

Cabbage Chutney

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πŸ“ Ingredients

Main Base

  • Cabbage – 2 cups, chopped

  • Coconut oil – 1 tbsp

  • Dry red chilies – 3

    Note : Learn how to store and prepare cabbage correctly with *our simple kitchen guide.

    *Store and prepare cabbage correctly.

For Grinding

  • Tamarind paste – ΒΌ tsp

  • Salt – to taste

For Tempering

  • Coconut oil – 1 tsp

  • Mustard seeds – Β½ tsp

🍽️ Instructions

  • SautΓ© Base – Cook cabbage with chilies until softened.

  • Grind – Blend with tamarind and salt.

  • Temper – Pour hot tempering over chutney.

🍷 Optional Serving Notes

Serve with hot dosas, idli, or plain rice with ghee

Excellent alongside milagu rasam

Keeps well refrigerated for 24 hours only (fresh is best)

πŸ’¬ Soulful Note

This chutney tastes like resourcefulness β€” born from abundance, not excess.

πŸ“š Cook’s Wisdom / FAQs

πŸ“šCook's Wisdom:

  • Why does cabbage chutney taste bitter sometimes?
    Overcooking cabbage dulls sweetness β€” sautΓ© just until wilted.

  • Can I skip tamarind?
    Yes. A splash of lemon juice added after grinding works beautifully.

  • Stone grinder vs blender?
    Stone grinding gives body and warmth, but a small jar blender is fine for everyday use.

  • Too thick?
    Add warm water a tablespoon at a time β€” never cold.

πŸ“Š Nutrition (Per Serving β€” Approx.)

  • Calories 110

  • Protein 3g

  • Carbs 9g

  • Fat 7g

  • Fiber 2g

πŸƒπŸŒΆπŸƒ The Bottom Line

A reminder that even overlooked vegetables have stories worth grinding into memory.

🧑 Meet the Heart Behind the Spice

Maya Shetty – Stirred By Spice Author Photo

Hi, I’m Maya Shetty β€” cook, storyteller, and spice lover.

Through Stirred By Spice, I share recipes that warm both the kitchen and the heart β€” where simple ingredients and warm flavors turn everyday meals into moments of connection.

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