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Thecha

Thecha is a spicy Maharashtrian chutney made from roasted green chilies, garlic, and peanuts, perfect as a condiment to enhance your meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8-10 green chilies
  • 5-6 cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Mortar and pestle or blender
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the green chilies.
  2. Roast the chilies until they bring out their natural sweetness and add a smoky flavor.
  3. Add the garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté until they are golden.
  4. Remove the chilies and garlic from the skillet and let them cool for a few minutes.
  5. Transfer the cooled chilies and garlic to a mortar and pestle or blender and blend until you achieve a coarse paste.
  6. Add the roasted peanuts to the mixture and blend briefly.
  7. Add salt to taste and mix well.
  8. In the same skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
  9. Add the blended mixture back to the skillet and cook for a couple of minutes.

Notes

Thecha can be served as a dip, spread, or alongside flatbreads and rice.