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| name = Chamba Chukh
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| image = Chukh.Cooking.Chamba.jpg
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| caption = Chamba, Himachilli Chukh preparation
| caption = Chamba Chukh preparation
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| country = [[India]]
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'''Chamba Chukh''' is a type of hot chilli prepared from locally grown [[chillies]] in the [[Chamba, Himachal Pradesh|Chamba]] Valley of the Northern Indian State of [[Himachal Pradesh]].<ref>{{Cite book|title=Standardization of 'Chamba Chukh'- a Hot Chilli-sauce Recipe of Himachal Pradesh|publisher=Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya|year=2007}}</ref> The recipe is a generations old traditional preparation made from sun-dried red chillies or fresh green chillies. Blended with [[citrus]] extract from a local fruit, the Chamba Chukh preparation is a cooked [[chilli sauce]] and [[Chili pepper paste]]. Made by women in their kitchens in different parts of the [[Chamba district]], the preparation has been highly regarded in the local region and in adjoining areas. Chamba Chukh is now gradually making its way into a broader market.
'''Chamba Chukh''' is a type of hot chilli prepared from locally grown [[chillies]] in the [[Chamba, Himachal Pradesh|Chamba]] Valley of the Northern Indian State of [[Himachal Pradesh]].<ref>{{Cite book|title=Standardization of 'Chamba Chukh'- a Hot Chilli-sauce Recipe of Himachal Pradesh|publisher=Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya|year=2007}}</ref> The recipe is a generations old traditional preparation made from sun-dried red chillies or fresh green chillies. Blended with [[citrus]] extract from a local fruit, the Chamba Chukh preparation is a cooked [[chilli sauce]] and [[Chili pepper paste]]. Made by women in their kitchens in different parts of the [[Chamba district]], the preparation has been highly regarded in the local region and in adjoining areas. Chamba Chukh is now gradually making its way into a broader market.


== Preparation & use ==
== Preparation and use ==
This hot chilli recipe is made from locally grown chillies in the Chamba area,<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.annapurnaz.in/a-fiery-tangy-gift-from-chamba-chukh-hot-red-chili-chutney/ | title = A fiery & tangy gift from Chamba- Chukh / Hot Red Chili Chutney | work = annapurnaz | accessdate = 31 July 2016}}</ref> mixed with extract from a local citrus fruit and cooked with [[Indian spices]].<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.divyahimachal.com/2013/11/himachals-delicacies-need-promotion/ | title = Himachal's Delicacies Need Promotion | author = Rajiv K. Phull | work = Divya Himachal | accessdate = 31 July 2016}}</ref> It is usually prepared in mustard oil which is commonly used in Indian cooking.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.thehimachal.com/himachal/chamba-chukh-pickle-88888/ | title = Chamba Chukh And Pickle | work = Thehimachal.com | accessdate = 31 July 2016 | author = Atul Pathania | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160807042436/http://www.thehimachal.com/himachal/chamba-chukh-pickle-88888/# | archive-date = 2016-08-07 | url-status = dead }}</ref> The red chilli version of the preparation is usually made from sun-dried chilli peppers and has a smokey flavour.  
This hot chilli recipe is made from locally grown chillies in the Chamba area,<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.annapurnaz.in/a-fiery-tangy-gift-from-chamba-chukh-hot-red-chili-chutney/ | title = A fiery & tangy gift from Chamba- Chukh / Hot Red Chili Chutney | work = annapurnaz | accessdate = 31 July 2016}}</ref> mixed with extract from a local citrus fruit and cooked with [[Indian spices]].<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.divyahimachal.com/2013/11/himachals-delicacies-need-promotion/ | title = Himachal's Delicacies Need Promotion | author = Rajiv K. Phull | work = Divya Himachal | accessdate = 31 July 2016}}</ref> It is usually prepared in mustard oil which is commonly used in Indian cooking.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.thehimachal.com/himachal/chamba-chukh-pickle-88888/ | title = Chamba Chukh And Pickle | work = Thehimachal.com | accessdate = 31 July 2016 | author = Atul Pathania | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160807042436/http://www.thehimachal.com/himachal/chamba-chukh-pickle-88888/# | archive-date = 2016-08-07 | url-status = dead }}</ref> The red chilli version of the preparation is usually made from sun-dried chilli peppers and has a smokey flavour.  


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== Recent developments ==
== Recent developments ==
The District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) in Chamba with the [[Government of Himachal Pradesh]] have designated officers to help [http://drdachamba.org/Schemes/SHGs/SHGInvt/Chamba/Inventory/main1.htm women groups] in the village communities to standardise production and help them produce this chilli sauce per approved recipes.{{Citation needed|date=July 2016}} Some of the prominent brands of Chamba Chukh now available include Himachilli Chukh and Sago & Vales, among others.
The District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) in Chamba with the [[Government of Himachal Pradesh]] have designated officers to help [http://drdachamba.org/Schemes/SHGs/SHGInvt/Chamba/Inventory/main1.htm women groups] in the village communities to standardise production and help them produce this chilli sauce per approved recipes.{{Citation needed|date=July 2016}}


As of December 2020, the government of Himachal Pradesh sought a [[geographical indication]] for chamba chukh.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-12-10|title=Explained: Why Himachal Pradesh wants 'Geographical Indication' status for five products|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/himachal-pradesh-wants-gi-status-for-five-products-here-is-why-7093919/|access-date=2021-05-12|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref>
As of December 2020, the government of Himachal Pradesh sought a [[geographical indication]] for chamba chukh.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-12-10|title=Explained: Why Himachal Pradesh wants 'Geographical Indication' status for five products|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/himachal-pradesh-wants-gi-status-for-five-products-here-is-why-7093919/|access-date=2021-05-12|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref>