7 Nut-Based Dry Chutney Powder Recipes You Must Try

Dry chutney powders are a staple in many Indian kitchens. They instantly add flavour to idlis, dosas, chapatis, rice, and even snacks. While peanut chutney powder is popular, there are plenty of nutritious alternatives made using premium nuts and seeds.

These recipes are ideal for anyone looking for variety, extra nutrition, or simply avoiding peanuts.

1. Cashew Coconut Chutney Powder

Ingredients

• 1 cup roasted cashews
• ½ cup dry coconut
• 8 dried red chillies
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• Curry leaves
• Garlic (optional)
• Salt

Method

1. Dry roast all ingredients separately.
2. Cool completely.
3. Grind into a coarse powder.
4. Store in an airtight container.

Best served with: Idli, dosa, steamed rice.

2. Walnut Garlic Chutney Powder

Ingredients

• 1 cup walnuts
• 6–8 dried red chillies
• 6 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 8–10 curry leaves
• 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
• Salt to taste

Method

1. Dry roast the walnuts on low heat for 2–3 minutes.
2. Roast the cumin, sesame seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chillies separately.
3. Allow all ingredients to cool completely.
4. Add roasted ingredients, garlic, and salt to a mixer.
5. Pulse into a coarse powder. Avoid over-grinding to prevent the walnuts from releasing too much oil.
6. Store in an airtight container.

Best served with: Idli, dosa, steamed rice, or curd rice.

Health Benefits

• Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
• Supports heart and brain health
• Packed with antioxidants

3. Almond Flaxseed Chutney Powder

Ingredients

• 1 cup roasted almonds
• ¼ cup flaxseeds
• 8 dried red chillies
• 10–12 curry leaves
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• Salt to taste

Method

1. Roast flaxseeds until they begin to pop.
2. Roast curry leaves, cumin, and red chillies separately.
3. Let everything cool.
4. Grind almonds, roasted ingredients, garlic, and salt into a coarse powder.
5. Store in an airtight jar.

Best served with: Chapatis, millet rotis, dosa, or rice.

4. Pumpkin & Sunflower Seed Chutney Powder

Ingredients

• ½ cup pumpkin seeds
• ½ cup sunflower seeds
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• ½ cup dry coconut
• 8 dried red chillies
• 1 tsp tamarind powder
• Salt to taste

Method

1. Roast pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds until lightly crisp.
2. Roast sesame seeds, coconut, and red chillies separately.
3. Cool completely.
4. Grind all ingredients with tamarind powder and salt into a coarse chutney powder.
5. Store in an airtight container.

Best served with: Rice, dosa, sandwiches, or yogurt.

5. Cashew Sesame Chutney Powder

Ingredients

• 1 cup roasted cashews
• ¼ cup white sesame seeds
• 10 curry leaves
• 5 garlic cloves
• 6–8 dried red chillies
• Salt to taste

Method

1. Roast sesame seeds until aromatic.
2. Roast curry leaves and red chillies separately.
3. Cool all ingredients.
4. Blend roasted cashews, sesame seeds, garlic, curry leaves, chillies, and salt into a coarse powder.
5. Store in an airtight glass jar.

Best served with: Idli, dosa, uttapam, and hot rice with ghee.

6. Mixed Dry Fruit Chutney Powder

Ingredients

• ½ cup cashews
• ½ cup almonds
• ¼ cup walnuts
• ¼ cup pistachios
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 10 curry leaves
• 8 dried red chillies
• Salt to taste

Method

1. Roast each variety of nuts separately over low heat.
2. Roast sesame seeds, curry leaves, and red chillies.
3. Cool completely.
4. Grind everything together with salt into a coarse powder.
5. Store in an airtight container.

Best served with: Rotis, rice, parathas, and breakfast dishes.

7. Cashew & Hemp Seed Chutney Powder

Ingredients

• 1 cup roasted cashews
• ¼ cup hemp seeds
• 5 garlic cloves
• 6–8 dried red chillies
• 10 curry leaves
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• Salt to taste

Method

1. Lightly roast hemp seeds for 1–2 minutes.
2. Roast cumin, curry leaves, and red chillies separately.
3. Allow everything to cool.
4. Grind with roasted cashews, garlic, and salt until coarse.
5. Store in a clean, airtight container.

Best served with: Idli, dosa, multigrain rotis, and rice bowls

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight glass jar.
• Use a dry spoon.
• Refrigerate for extended freshness.
• Best consumed within 30–45 days.

Final Thoughts

Nut-based chutney powders are delicious, nutritious, and versatile. Whether you prefer creamy cashews, crunchy almonds, omega-rich walnuts, or protein-packed seeds, these peanut-free recipes make everyday meals healthier without compromising on flavour.