








Green Chilli Chutney: Kolhapuri Thecha
(200g /400g)
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A fiery chutney rooted in Kolhapur’s rustic kitchens
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Made with crushed green chillies, garlic, cumin and coriander
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Bold, spicy flavour with a fresh, coarse texture
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A staple in farmers’ meals across Maharashtra
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Pairs perfectly with parathas, dal rice, poha or as a marinade
Aazol Green Chilli Chutney is a traditional Maharashtrian thecha made with fresh green chillies, garlic, cumin, coriander, coconut and spices. Sold by Aazol: Tasty & Nutritious Home-grown Foods, it adds a bold and fiery kick to everyday meals.
What it is:
Green Chilli Chutney, also known as Green Thecha, is a traditional Maharashtrian condiment with a bold flavour and coarse texture. Its name refers to the traditional technique of pounding the ingredients together, giving it its distinctive rustic profile.
Where it comes from:
Our Green Chilli Chutney is handcrafted in Kalyan, Maharashtra, by a skilled artisan from Kolhapur who brings the region’s authentic flavours and traditional preparation techniques to every batch.
Health benefits:
Green chillies are known for their natural vitamin C and antioxidant content, while garlic has long been valued in everyday cooking for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities. Together, these ingredients add both flavour and a wholesome touch to your meals.
How to use it:
Enjoy it with parathas, bhakri, dal rice, poha, thalipeeth, idli or dosa. It can also be added to curries, stir-fries and noodles or used as a spicy marinade for paneer, vegetables, fish and meat.
Details:
Ingredients - Fresh Green Chilli, Garlic, Cumin, Black Mustard, Coriander, Coconut, Turmeric, Oil, White Sesame. Acetic Acid (INS 260), Sodium Benzoate (INS 211) and Acidity Regulator are added in small quantities to help maintain shelf life. Available in 200g and 400g. Rated 4.8/5 based on 40+ reviews. Every purchase supports women-led rural farming collectives across Maharashtra.
Provenance
The Thecha gets its name from the technique used to make it: pounding. Situated on the banks of river Panchganga, south west Maharashtra’s ancient city of Kolhapur is known for its legendary pahunchaar or hospitality and fiery cuisine. Kolhapuris use both, red and green chilli with equal fervour, and the Kolhapuri Thecha reflects their love for raw spice.
About The Seller
The Aazol Kolhapuri Green Chilli Chutney is based on a recipe that has been passed down through generations of women of a family hailing from Gargoti, Kolhapur. Hemalata Digambar Kamble moved to Mumbai in 1986 at the tender age of 10 and carried with her nothing but the memories of her idyllic home and the food cooked in her Aazol (maternal grandparents' home). Today, she sells homemade spices and chutneys with the support of her mother Anusaya Shaldigre, who taught her all the recipes she had in turn learnt from her mother. These two Kolhapuri women take two days every time to peel garlic, roast coconut, dry chilli, grind spices, and roast oil with hawk-like precision and a devotion that is rare, to craft the perfect specimen of their family’s and village’s culinary legacy.
FAQs about Green Chilli Chutney: Kolhapuri Thecha
It is a rustic, hand-pounded paste of fresh green chillies, garlic, cumin, coriander, coconut and white sesame, made in small batches. It contains no artificial preservatives or additives.
Thecha comes from the Marathi word for "pounding" — referring to the traditional technique of hand-pounding ingredients rather than machine grinding. This gives it its signature coarse, rustic texture.
It is based on a generations-old family recipe from Gargoti village in Kolhapur, passed down through the women of the Kamble family. Hemalata Digambar Kamble carried this recipe with her when she moved to Mumbai in 1986.
It is medium spicy — bold and flavourful without being overwhelmingly hot. It is well-suited for most palates, including those who enjoy spice but prefer a more balanced heat.
It pairs beautifully with parathas, dal rice, poha, thalipeeth and idli-dosa. It also works as a standalone marinade for grilling meats, fish and paneer.
Green chillies are rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants that support immunity and metabolism. The garlic content also has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Yes — stir it into curries, stir-fries and noodles for an instant flavour boost. It also makes a delicious desi garlic bread spread when drizzled with olive oil and baked.
Refrigerate after opening and always use a clean, dry spoon to maintain freshness.
Absolutely — its bold flavour of green chilli, garlic and spices makes it a far more flavourful everyday substitute for a basic ginger-garlic paste.
Yes — every purchase supports Hemalata and her mother's small home-based unit, directly empowering women artisans preserving Maharashtra's culinary heritage.

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A fiery chutney rooted in Kolhapur’s rustic kitchens
Made with crushed green chillies, garlic, cumin and coriander
Bold, spicy flavour with a fresh, coarse texture
A staple in farmers’ meals across Maharashtra
Pairs perfectly with parathas, dal rice, poha or as a marinade