Green chilli chatpati

There are many health benefits of Indian green chillies that we are not aware of. They can protect the body against free radical damage giving you natural immunity to cancer and also slow down the ageing process. Indian green chillies are rich sources of Vitamin C. You might have noticed that having chillies helps you open up your blocked nostrils. The Vitamin C in green chillies strengthens your natural immunity to diseases. Green chillies can balance the blood sugar levels. They are a natural source of iron.

Ingredients:

Green chillis      - 5 wash, dry and cut into small pieces

Husked and coarsely ground mustard seeds (Rai Dal)  - 1tsp (if you don’t have this, just rough grind some mustard seeds)

Fenugreek seeds roughly ground           - ½ tsp

Turmeric powder          - ½ tsp

Salt to taste

Oil        - 1 table spoon

Method:

Heat the oil till it smokes. Switch off the gas and let the oil cool down. Add the musard dal, fenugreek powder, turmeric powder and salt, mix well. Now add the cut chilli pieces and mix. Keep for a day before serving. If it has to be kept longer, refrigerate.