Aazol’s Green Chilli Chutney: Kolhapuri Thecha is a traditional Maharashtrian green thecha made with fresh green chilli, garlic, cumin, coriander, coconut and spices. It has a bold flavour and a coarse, rustic texture.
Thecha refers to the traditional technique of pounding the ingredients together. This pounding gives the chutney its characteristic coarse texture instead of a smooth, finely ground consistency.
It is made with fresh green chilli, garlic, cumin, black mustard, coriander, coconut, turmeric, oil and white sesame. Small amounts of acetic acid (INS 260), sodium benzoate (INS 211) and an acidity regulator are added to help maintain the product’s acidity, reduce the risk of spoilage and support a longer shelf life.
Yes. It contains sodium benzoate (INS 211). Acetic acid (INS 260) and an acidity regulator are also included in small quantities to help maintain shelf life.
Kolhapuri Thecha is traditionally prepared by pounding chilli, garlic and spices together rather than grinding them into a smooth paste. This method creates its rustic texture and concentrated flavour.
It is medium spicy with a bold green-chilli heat. It is flavourful rather than overwhelmingly hot, although the perceived spice level will vary from person to person.
It has a bold, spicy and garlicky flavour with earthy notes from cumin, coriander and coconut. Its texture is coarse and rustic rather than smooth.
Its recipe comes from Gargoti in Kolhapur, Maharashtra and has been passed down through generations of the Kamble family. It is currently handcrafted in Kalyan by an artisan from Kolhapur.
It pairs well with bhakri, parathas, dal rice, poha, thalipeeth, idli and dosa. A small spoonful can add a bold chilli-garlic kick to an everyday meal.
Thecha adds a sharp, spicy chilli-garlic flavour to the simple, earthy taste of bhakri. This combination is a familiar part of rustic Maharashtrian meals.
Yes. It can be stirred into curries, stir-fries and noodles or used as a spicy marinade for paneer, vegetables, fish and meat.
It can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet as a condiment. Green chilli naturally provides vitamin C and antioxidants while garlic contributes naturally occurring plant compounds, but thecha should not be treated as a health remedy.
Yes. White sesame and coconut are both included in the ingredient list.
Refrigerate it after opening and always use a clean, dry spoon to help maintain freshness.
It is available in a 200g pack and a 400g Pack of 2, subject to availability.
You can buy Aazol’s Green Chilli Chutney: Kolhapuri Thecha from Aazol’s official website and Amazon.
