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Schezwan Chutney Recipe | Momos Wali Chutney | Schezwan Sauce | Chilli Paste | Chef Kunal Kapur

Chef Kunal Kapur Rice & Biryani 40 Mins 4 Servings 2.4M views Jun 11, 2018
This chutney is a yummy spicy treat with dumplings, fried rice, noodles and even bread. You can also flavour your soup, sauce and stir-fries with this chilli paste. Momos Chutney or Chinese Chilly Paste can be prepared and kept in the fridge for over a month. Add a dash of this chilly in soups, sauce spreads & dips for an extra burst of flavour.

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

Main Ingredients

  • Dry red chilly (thick) – 200 gms
  • Onion (med, roughly cut) – 1no
  • Water – 1lt
  • Oil – 2/3 cup + 2tbsp
  • Ginger – 1½ tbsp
  • Garlic – 1½ tbsp
  • Vinegar – 3 tbsp
  • Soya sauce – 2½ tbsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Sugar – 2 tbsp
  • Sesame Oil (Chinese) – 1tbsp
  • Tomato Ketchup – ½ cup

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. 1
    Ingredient Preparation: Wash, prep, and accurately measure all fresh ingredients, aromatics, and spice blends as listed in the ingredients section.
  2. 2
    Sautéing & Blooming Spices: Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium flame. Add whole spices and aromatics (ginger, garlic, green chillies) to bloom their essential oils until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Building the Flavor Base: Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent or golden brown. Stir in tomatoes and ground spices (turmeric, coriander, chilli powder), cooking on medium-low heat until the oil begins to separate from the masala.
  4. 4
    Simmering to Perfection: Incorporate the primary ingredients (vegetables, paneer, lentils, or proteins) and simmer gently with warm water or broth until tender and deeply infused with flavor.
  5. 5
    Finishing & Garnish: Adjust seasoning with salt, sprinkle freshly crushed roasted kasoori methi and garam masala, and garnish generously with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve piping hot with roti, paratha, or fragrant basmati rice.

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

Always soak long-grain aged Basmati rice for at least 30 minutes in cold water before parboiling. Parboil the rice to exactly 70-80% doneness (grain should break when pressed with slight resistance) before layering for the final 'Dum' steaming.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Schezwan Chutney Recipe?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.