Cilantro Relish

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Cilantro relish is prepared and preserved when fresh cilantro is bountiful in season. It has very good flavor too! This relish will keep for several months, and adds taste to any drab meal!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
2 mins
Total Time:
12 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
1 /2 cup

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon peanut oil

  • 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds

  • 1 bunch cilantro leaves

  • 5 dried whole red chilies

  • 1 tablespoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste

  • 3 tablespoons peanut oil

Directions

  1. Heat 1 teaspoon peanut oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add fenugreek seeds, and fry for a few minutes until they darken slightly. Remove the seeds from the skillet and allow to cool.

  2. Place cilantro, cooled fenugreek seeds, dried chilies, salt, and tamarind paste into a blender. Puree until smooth, then transfer to a storage container, and top with 3 tablespoons peanut oil. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

215 Calories
14g Fat
22g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 215
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 1869mg 81%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 8mg 38%
Calcium 55mg 4%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 475mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.