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Published: Apr 12, 2019 · Modified: Jan 1, 2021 by Sandhya Ramakrishnan · This post may contain affiliate links

Tilachi Chutney | Sesame Seeds Chutney Powder

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Tilachi chutney or sesame seeds chutney powder is a flavorful and quick to make recipe that can be eaten with rice or bread.

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Sesame seeds, I can't describe how much I love it. It is one of my favorite seeds to work with and is so healthy as well. I use sesame seeds almost on all my breads as a topping. It not only adds a beautiful color and crunch to the bread but also enhances the flavor with each bite.

Apart from just adding it as a topping, sesame seeds can be used to make ready to mix rice powder. I love my ellu podi saadham / sesame seeds rice and make it often as prasadam.

Sesame seed is also an important component in Pulikaachal / South Indian Tamarind paste and Dosai Milagai Podi / Spiced chili powder for idli and dosai. These are two basic recipes that is a must in every South Indian kitchen.

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How can we forget desserts when talking about sesame seeds. They make the best ladoo and I have two different recipes to make them. Tigul Ladoo is made with whole sesame seeds and this ellu urundai is made with ground up sesame seeds. I also make a lovely Chinese peanut brittle with sesame that is so delicious.

Sesame seeds chutney powder

Recipe Swap Challenge

I am part of a Facebook Group called ‘Recipe Swap Challenge’. Each participating member is paired with another member and we have to cook from our pair’s blog.

This month, I am paired with Poonam Bachhav, who blogs at ‘Annapurna‘. We also incorporated a new idea to our recipe swap this month and have to choose a regional recipe from the state the blogger is from. Poonam is from Maharashtra so I chose this simple and delicious Tilachi Chutney Powder from her blog

This Tilachi Chutney Powder is so flavorful and I have been eating it with literally all my meals. It tastes amazing with rice and some ghee. Over the weekend, I am going to make some paratha, layered with this sesame seed chutney powder.

I made a few changes in the recipe by adding desiccated coconut and a little bit of brown sugar for flavor. I also used whole red chilies instead of the originally mentioned red chili powder.

Using Kashmiri Chili gives the Sesame Seeds Chutney Powder a beautiful color and at the same time keeping the spice level in balance. I have used Kashmiri Chili in the recipe, but use any chili you have in hand.

I also have used sea salt in the recipe and as per my mother's advice, I roast the salt for few seconds to get rid of all the moisture. This step ensures that the chutney powder remains fresh for an extended period.

If you are looking to try a different kind of dry chutney powder, then this Garlic chutney powder is a must try. It tastes amazing with rice or as sprinkle on a sandwich.

Preparation time - 5 minutes
Cooking time - 10 minutes
Difficulty level - Easy
Recipe adapted from - Annapurna

Ingredients to make Tilachi Chutney - Makes about 2 cups

  • Sesame seeds (white) - 1 cup
  • Desiccated coconut - ¼ cup
  • Red chilies - 6 (adjust based on your spice preference)
  • Cumin seeds - 1 ½ TBSP
  • Salt - as needed
  • Brown Sugar - 1 TBSP
  • Oil - 2 drops
Tilachi chutney powder in a bowl

Procedure to make Tilachi Chutney -

  • Heat a pan and add the sesame seeds. Roast the sesame seeds in low to medium flame until golden brown. You will notice that the seeds start to crackle a little when they are roasted and also become very aromatic. Remove it in bowl and keep aside.
  • In the same pan, toast the desiccated coconut until light brown. This happens very quickly, so keep stirring and keep an eye on it. Remove it in the same bowl along with the sesame seeds.
  • Now add a drop or two of oil and roast the red chilies. Remove it in the same bowl.
  • Dry roast the cumin seeds until fragrant and remove it as well.
  • Add the salt to the hot pan and roast it for 10 seconds. This step helps remove the moisture from the salt and this helps in extended shelf life of the chutney powder.
  • Now add the measured brown sugar to the bowl along with the rest of the ingredients and let it cool down to room temperature.
  • Grind the red chilies first to a coarse powder and then add the rest of the ingredients to the blender jar and grind to a coarse powder. Make sure you grind in short interval (or pulse them if you have the option). Sesame seeds have high oil content and can become like a paste if ground too long.
process shot to make tilachi chutney
  • Remove the Tilachi Chutney powder and let it cool down for few more minutes.
  • Store it in an airtight container.
chutney powder in a red decorative bowl

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Sesame seeds chutney powder

Sesame Seeds Chutney Powder

Til ki chutney or sesame seeds chutney powder is a flavorful and quick to make recipe that can be eaten with rice or bread.
5 from 3 votes
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Course: spices and condiments
Cuisine: Indian, Maharashtrian
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 101kcal
Author: Sandhya Ramakrishnan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Sesame seeds white
  • ¼ cup Desiccated coconut
  • 6 Red chilies adjust based on your spice preference
  • 1 ½ tablespoon Cumin seeds
  • as needed Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Oil

Instructions

  • Heat a pan and add the sesame seeds. Roast the sesame seeds in low to medium flame until golden brown. You will notice that the seeds start to crackle a little when they are roasted and also become very aromatic. Remove it in bowl and keep aside.
  • In the same pan, toast the desiccated coconut until light brown. This happens very quickly, so keep stirring and keep an eye on it. Remove it in the same bowl along with the sesame seeds.
  • Now add a drop or two of oil and roast the red chilies. Remove it in the same bowl.
  • Dry roast the cumin seeds until fragrant and remove it as well.
  • Add the salt to the hot pan and roast it for 10 seconds. This step helps remove the moisture from the salt and this helps in extended shelf life of the chutney powder.
  • Now add the measured brown sugar to the bowl along with the rest of the ingredients and let it cool down to room temperature.
  • Grind the red chilies first to a coarse powder and then add the rest of the ingredients to the blender jar and grind to a coarse powder. Make sure you grind in short interval (or pulse them if you have the option). Sesame seeds have high oil content and can become like a paste if ground too long.
  • Remove the powder and let it cool down for few more minutes and then store it in an airtight container.

Video

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 224IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 3mg
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Comments

  1. Poonam says

    September 10, 2021 at 6:18 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for sharing. Just what I needed - simple and quick + healthy!

    Reply
    • Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      September 14, 2021 at 9:13 am

      Thanks for trying the recipe and glad you liked it.

      Reply
  2. Archana says

    May 04, 2019 at 6:33 am

    5 stars
    It's been ages since I have made chutney powders. Generally buy them these days. Reading the recipe I am wondering if I have to buy, I mean they are easy to make n more delicious.
    Love the click Sandhya n I have watched the video some days ago but not commented on it.

    Reply
  3. Sujata Roy says

    May 01, 2019 at 7:40 am

    Sesame seeds chutney sounds yummy and easy to make. Loved your click. I have made idli podi. Now this sesame chutney is on my list. Superb share.

    Reply
  4. Preethi's Cuisine says

    May 01, 2019 at 1:11 am

    Sesame chutney tastes delicious. Loved that use of sea salt. Beautifully presented.

    Reply
  5. Preethi's Cuisine says

    May 01, 2019 at 1:10 am

    Sesame chutney tastes delicious. Loved your version that is so easy to make.

    Reply
  6. Swati says

    April 28, 2019 at 6:12 pm

    Love this simple and easy recipe.Chutney with sesame seeds is so healthy too.. The video has come out very nicely.. congratulations...

    Reply
  7. Sasmita says

    April 28, 2019 at 12:03 am

    Chutney using sesame seeds must taste yum. Love the shot as well here dear Sandhya

    Reply
  8. Jolly says

    April 27, 2019 at 8:24 pm

    Looks so good and I love sesame seeds so am sure would like this dry chutney powder. A great share.

    Reply
  9. Kalyani says

    April 15, 2019 at 9:53 pm

    am loving everythign in this Sandhya - the video, the bright red,uniquely attractive box there ! and the podi of course ! great job...

    Reply
  10. The Girl Next Door says

    April 14, 2019 at 12:43 pm

    I love the look and sound of this Tilachi Chutney. Considering I love all things sesame and Ellu Podi too, I'm sure I'll love this chutney. Should try this out soon. 🙂

    Reply
  11. Poonam Bachhav says

    April 13, 2019 at 10:42 pm

    5 stars
    Sesame seeds chutney is our all time favourite condiment. Loved your version with desiccated coconut and brown sugar.

    Reply

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