Is avocado the new staple in Indian kitchens?
While you ponder over this question, you should know that Indian farmers have been cultivating it in parts of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Sikkim, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Northeastern states. What used to be an exotic ingredient featured on Instagram stories of celebrities or MasterChef seasons across the world has now become an integral part of the Indian culinary scene.
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From avocado toasts to chaat recipes, the green fruit with a nutty flavour and subtle sweetness is a healthy addition to the diet. If you would like to try it, there is no better way than to experiment with various chutneys and spreads. It will add a burst of flavours when served with snacks.
Mint & Avocado Chutney
To balance the nutty and robust notes of avocado, add mint to the spread for freshness and kick. This recipe combines the tanginess of lemon juice, heat from green chillies, and salt to enhance the flavour. Either mash an avocado and add it to the food processor along with other ingredients to make a delicious spread that you can use while making sandwiches or serve along with ginger foods.
Garlic Avocado Spread
The pungent notes of garlic and the creamy texture of avocado make this spread a delicious condiment to serve with snacks. You can apply it on toast and have a quick breakfast on the go while running for office. Sprinkle salt and pepper, add a tablespoon of olive oil for creaminess, and some lemon juice for sourness. You can also use it as a spread for sandwiches, top it with sliced vegetables, and enjoy.
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Avocado Chutney
One of the classic recipes is an avocado chutney. It is how you can incorporate the fruit into your diet and make it suitable for your palate. Blend a ripe avocado with cumin seeds, salt, coriander leaves, lemon juice, and green chillies. Serve this with vegan kebabs, fries, tortilla chips, and crispy baked snacks.
Spicy Avocado Spread
Since avocado has a neutral tone, it is like a blank canvas in the kitchen. You can experiment with fresh herbs, vegetables, and spices to make the spread taste delicious. To prepare this spicy spread, add avocado, lemon juice, black pepper, red chilli flakes, green chillies, and salt to the food processor. If the heat is too much, add some lemon juice, and serve this spread with bland tikkis, kebabs, vadas, etc.
Coconut Avocado Chutney
While coconut is fruity and nutty, avocado is robust. Therefore, the combination of the two is a lip-smacking recipe for a versatile chutney. Grind a ripe avocado, salt, two green chillies, ¼ cup of grated coconut, and a tablespoon of lemon juice in a food processor. Keep the texture of the chutney slightly coarse and pair it with Indian snacks like fried idli, dosa, vada, pakoras, etc.
Avocado & Yoghurt Spread
The goodness of avocado and curd when they are combined together is unimaginable. This creamy spread when served with fried foods and fiery snacks will leave your taste buds tantalised. Prepare a coarse blend of avocado, curd, salt, lemon juice, chilli flakes, and black pepper. You can use it as a sandwich spread or let it accompany spicy tandoori snacks.