Hello foodies! Punjab flavours has always created dishes keeping your choices in mind. Today we are bringing you a delicious recipe that will spice you up. Today, weβre talking about a fiery, tangy, and totally irresistible chutney β Ching’s Schezwan Chutney! Known for adding a bomb of flavor to almost anything it touches, this chutney has become a go-to sauce for many. Today we are giving a Chinese and desi touch to our story with this Chutney. Hope you like this recipe as well. Let’s move on to the recipe.
Why Ching's Schezwan Chutney?
The speciality of this chutney is its perfect balance of amazing sweetness, tangness and chilli powder which enhances the flavour of the chutney. This chutney is a combination of special spices of India and Szechwan flavour of China. The garlic, red chilli and special masala present in the chutney make the chutney unique. So what are you waiting for, let’s jump to the recipe.
Ingredients for Homemade Ching's Schezwan Chutney
- 15-20 dried red chilies (adjust spice to taste)
- 1 cup finely chopped garlic
- 1/2 cup finely chopped ginger
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt to taste
- Water as required
Steps to Make Ching's Schezwan Chutney
Prepare the Red Chili Paste
Take some water in a bowl and soak the dried red chillies in it for 15-20 minutes till they become soft. Now take a blender and blend the soft red chillies in it and make a paste. If required, you can add some water to it.
SautΓ© the Aromatics
Add vegetable oil in a pan and heat it on medium flame. Now add chopped ginger and garlic in it and sautΓ© till it turns golden brown. Now sautΓ© the onions till it becomes translucent.
Add the Red Chili Paste
Now we are going to add red chilli paste in the panΒ which we had already prepared. We cooked this paste on low flame for 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the paste well until the oil separates.
Add Seasonings
Now it’s time to add the sauces. Add ketchup, vinegar, soya sauce and sugar to the paste and mix it well. Add salt as per your taste and balance the flavour of the chutney. Cook the chutney for some more time and adjust its consistency as per your desire. If it is you donβt like thick then add some water and cook for some time.
Cool and Store
Delicious chutney is ready. Now after cooling it, transfer it to an airtight jar and you can enjoy it for a month. To increase the flavour of any dish
Creative Ways to Use Ching's Schezwan Chutney
Dip: Use it as a dip with spring rolls, momos, or even pakoras.
Spread:Β Spread it on sandwiches, burgers, or pizzas for extra heat.
Stir fry sauce:Toss it with noodles, rice, or vegetables for a quick Schezwan stir-fry.
Final Thoughts
Ching’s Schezwan Chutney is a bold, spicy, and flavorful condiment thatβs easy to make and enhances the taste of any dish. Try this recipe to experience the vibrant flavors of this unique chutney at home. Whether youβre adding it to your favorite snacks or as a sauce in your stir-fried dishes, Ching’s Schezwan Chutney will elevate your meals to the next level!
FAQs
Ching’s Schezwan Chutney is made from red chilies, garlic, ginger, onions, soy sauce, vinegar, and a few other spices. It combines the flavors of Chinese and Indian cuisines.
Itβs moderately spicy but can be adjusted by controlling the amount of red chili paste used in the recipe.
Yes, you can skip onions and garlic, but it may slightly alter the taste and aroma of the chutney.