Kashmiri Onion Chutney (Gand Chetin)

This chutney is very spicy - not sugary as most western chutneys. Kashmiri chilli powder is much milder than regular chilli powder so adjust that if you don't have it. Try and use a red onion if you don't have shallots.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cups shallots, thinly sliced
• 1⁄4-1⁄2 cup green chili, deseeded and chopped
• 1⁄2 cup green coriander, chopped (cilantro)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  black cumin seeds (shahi zeera)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried mint
• 2  teaspoons kashmiri chili powder
• 1  cup vinegar
•  salt

Directions

1. Mix 1tbsp salt with the shallots and keep aside for a few minutes; Then wash and drain the water completely.
2. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and cool in the refrigerator.
3. This is best if made at least an hour before eating to allow the flavours to mingle.