CHINTAKAYA (With Red Chilli) / TAMARIND CHUTNEY (With Red Chilli)

Traditionally Chinthakaya Pachadi is an age old delicacy.  It is exclusive to few parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Chinthakaya pachadi is made from raw tamarind procured during the season. Selection of the right tamarind is crucial in the making of this pickle. Tamarind is ground into a paste along with salt and turmerind. This paste is left for few days to get fermented. Then it is made into pickle. Fried red chilies and few other ingredients are used to make raw tamarind pickle (with red chilli).Tamarind has numerous health benefits as it is a rich source of Vitamin C, that is essential for the overall health and boosts immunity. It is also good for digestive health. The pickle can be eaten with hot rice with a splotch of ghee and curd rice. Tamarind Pickle is an accompaniment to savories such as Chapathi, Roti, Idli, Vada, Dosa, Utappam, Dibbarotti, Upma, Pongal, Bread etc. It can be added to Rolls and Sandwiches as well. It tastes good when used as a RICE PASTE. Savor its tangy taste that will be irresistible to your taste buds. The tanginess of tamarind and spiciness of the red chilies produce a combination of intensity that is bound to excite your taste palette.This pickle adds instant flavour to a bland meal. That’s why; a bottle of tamarind pickle is a must-have in your home!