Capsicum Dip

Capsicum Dip

Ingredients

Green Bell Peppers - 2

Green chilies-2

Curry leaves-2 sprigs

Garlic – 6 to 8 cloves

Sesame Seeds -1 tbsp

Cumin seeds -1 tsp

Mustard seeds -1 tsp

Tamarind paste - 1 tbsp

Coriander leaves - 2 tbsp

Turmeric powder - ½ tsp

Salt to taste

Sugar-1 tsp

Oil - 1 tsp

Method

Heat a non-stick pan

Roast sesame seeds till golden

 Let it cool

Powder it

 Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan

Add mustard and cumin seeds

 Add curry leaves, chilies, coriander and garlic

 Add salt and turmeric powder

Add chopped capsicum pieces and mix well

Cover it and cook till capsicum pieces are tender

Add sugar and mix well

Add sesame seed powder

Mix well

Add tamarind pulp and mix well

 Let it cool

Grind to form a smooth paste

Add little water if required

Serve fresh as a dip with raw veggies or as chutney with idlis and dosas

Health Benefits Of Capsicum

Contains vitamins A, B6, B9 and C, all powerful antioxidants    

Vitamins A, C and B9 significantly reduce risk of colon cancer

Rich in flavonoids and phytochemicals that reduce formation of blood clots, lowering risk of stroke and heart attack

Loaded with fiber that reduces exposure time of colon (large intestine) to bacteria and toxins by speeding up transit time of waste matter through the gut