Authentic Uttar Karnataka Style Ranjaka Recipe | Spicy Red Chilli Chutney

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Uttar Karnataka Style Ranjaka Recipe | Spicy Ranjaka for Jolad Rotti 
Uttar Karnataka cuisine is known for its bold, spicy, and rustic flavors. One such traditional side dish is Ranjaka — a spicy chutney that pairs perfectly with soft and hot Jolad Rotti. Usually, dried red chillies are used for this recipe, but this version is made using fresh red chillies, giving it a vibrant color and fresh spicy taste.This homemade Ranjaka is simple, flavorful, and made with basic kitchen ingredients. The combination of garlic, roasted spices, tamarind, and jaggery creates the perfect balance of spice, tanginess, and slight sweetness.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

1.Made with fresh red chillies

2.Perfect side dish for Jolad Rotti

3.Spicy, flavorful, and rustic taste

4.Easy to prepare in just a few minutes

Ingredients:

For Ranjaka

* 15 fresh red chillies

* 10 to 12 garlic cloves

* 5 to 6 curry leaves

* 1 tbsp jaggery

* Small lemon-sized tamarind

* 1/2 tbsp cumin seeds

* 1/2 tbsp methi/fenugreek seeds

* Salt as per taste

* Coriander leaves (optional)

For Tadka

* 1 tbsp oil

* 1/2 tsp mustard seeds

* Pinch of hing/asafoetida

Preparation Method

Step 1: Dry Roast the Spices

Heat a pan and dry roast cumin seeds and methi seeds on low flame until aromatic. Let them cool completely.

Step 2: Grind the Ingredients

In a mixer jar, add:

Fresh red chillies

Garlic cloves

Curry leaves

Tamarind

Jaggery

Roasted cumin seeds

Roasted methi seeds

Salt

If available, add a few coriander leaves for extra flavor.

Grind everything well into a smooth or slightly coarse chutney without adding water.

Step 3: Prepare the Tadka

Heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add hing and switch off the flame.

Pour this tadka over the prepared Ranjaka and mix well.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this spicy Ranjaka with:

1.Jolad Rotti

2.Chapati

3.Bajra roti

4.Hot steamed rice

It tastes best when served fresh with hot homemade rotis.

Tips for Best Taste

* Use bright red fresh chillies for good color.

* Dry roasting cumin and methi enhances the flavor.

* Adjust jaggery according to your taste preference.

* Do not add water while grinding.


Made with love and simple ingredients — hope you all like it.”🫶

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