Culinary

Aloo Bukhara Chutney : Now, if you are a fruit lover like me, most probably you are always ready to enjoy them in whichever way. One thing for sure is that fruits are among the finest gifts from Mother Nature, full of important vitamins and minerals that do good to our bodies. Be it juiced, cooked, or taken as a whole, fruits never miss their benefits; hence, they fit well into any meal at any time. Personally, I try to include as many fruits as possible in my diet in various forms. Chutney is a special weakness. One spoonful of chutney makes all the difference in everyday meals. I have been making fruit chutneys for quite a while now, and just recently, I came across this fantastic recipe of Aloo Bukhara chutney! Yes, it’s tried and tested. Aloo Bukhara, which literally translates to a plum, tastes sour, but when it will be mixed with our favorite spices, then the result is an amazing condiment. If you are an Aloo Bukhara fan, then you are at the right place! Is Aloo Bukhara Chutney Healthy? Yes! Absolutely healthy and extremely easy to prepare, the star ingredient of this recipe, Aloo Bukhara, is rich in dietary fiber and thus supports a healthy digestive system. This tart fruit is rich in antioxidant and detoxifying properties that will help raise your metabolism. Aloo Bukhara, or dried plums, are also a good source of several other useful constituents like vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, vitamin K, magnesium, and zinc—altogether health-enhancing ingredients. What’s more, the sweetness in this chutney has been provided by jaggery instead of refined sugar. This chutney, with its sweet and savory tones, extracted from a blend of spices, will infuse flavor into your homemade food! How Long Can You Store Aloo Bukhara Chutney? Aloo Bukhara chutney tastes best when fresh. However, if you have prepared a big amount, then it should be kept in an airtight container and refrigerated. If it is not refrigerated, then keep it at any cool and dry place. For best flavor and taste, consume it within 3-4 days. How To Make Aloo Bukhara Chutney At Home Aloo Bukhara Chutney Recipe Making Aloo Bukhara chutney at home is pretty easy. The recipe has been shared by digital content creator Aashti Sindhu (@aashtis) on her Instagram page. Here’s how you can make it: Warm some oil in a pan until it starts to shimmer. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter Then add cumin seeds, nigella seeds, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, dry red chilies, and curry leaves. Let it cook for almost two minutes till the spices release their flavor. Chop 7-8 Aloo Bukharas plums and add it to the pan. Cover and let it cook until the plums get a bit softened. Now, add salt, pepper, and ginger paste in the mixture along with ¼ cup of water. Cook over medium heat until plums get soft, stir once in a while and break them, mash them well. Once the mixture is reduced to half, add jaggery and mix well. Let it cook for another 1-2 minutes and voila! Enjoy your delicious and Healthy Aloo Bukhara chutney with your favorite meals!