Chia and Flax of seeds chutney powder

Chia and Flax seeds chutney powder is one of the easiest and nutritious accompaniment for Idlis/ Dosa/ Roti/ Rice with ghee etc. The tiny Chia seeds are a wonder house of nutrients since they are rich in fibre, protein and Calcium. Their high fibre content they make you feel full. Flax seeds and Chia seeds are both rich in Protein , fibre and Omega - 3 fatty acids. So, why not incorporate these two in our diets?
Personally, I prefer to consume Chia seeds in the form of powder. The routine usage of Chutney powders along with our breakfast recipes add to the benefit of my preference. So I have come up with this recipe of Chutney powder containing Chia seeds and flax seeds to our very regular Chana dal chutney powder. This Chutney powder has claimed a new entry to my pantry in the recent months.
Chillies in the recipe can be added / omitted completely to one's own preference.


Ingredients:

• Flax seeds - 3 tbsp
• Chia seeds - 3 tbsp
• Channa dal - 3 tbsp (Split Chickpeas)
• Urad dal -  3 tbsp (Split and dehusked Black gram)
• Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
• Red chillies - 4( Byadagi - 3,Guntur - 3)
• Tamarind - a small lemon sized 
• Salt - 1/2 tsp

Preparing Chutney powder :

• Heat a pan over medium heat. Dry roast flax seeds until a popping sound is heard. Transfer it onto a plate. Make sure to dry roast the ingredients in a low to medium heat to prevent them from burning and to ensure their taste don't alter.
  
• Similarly, dry roast Chia seeds, Urad dal, Channa dal, Cumin seeds, the chillies, Curry leaves and Tamarind , one after another. Transfer to the plate and let it cool.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Grind the ingredients in a mixer until it's coarse to semi - fine. Transfer to a plate. Add the salt and mix well. 
  
• Once the powder cools completely, transfer it into an air tight container.
  
  
  
  
  
  

This chutney powder stays fresh for more than 3 months if stored properly. A tablespoon of this, is a healthy accompaniment with Idli, Dosa, Chapatis and also hot rice with ghee. This powder can also be used when preparing any Vegetable side dishes like stir - fry. If not this chutney powder, Chia and flax seeds can just be dry roasted and powdered and this powder can be used in the dishes of your choice.
So, this was the recipe of Chia and Flax seeds chutney powder. Hopefully this recipe turns out good for you..
Follow me on Google+ and Pinterest to get updates on newer posts. Thanks for stopping by!