Tomato Chutney

Tomato chutney is a popular Indian condiment that goes well with snacks, breakfast, and even main courses. It can also be used as a marinade or a simple dipping sauce.

It has a tangy and spicy flavour that pairs well with the richness and depth of flavour found in many Indian dishes.

Tomato chutney is a simple recipe made with fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, ginger, and spices.

To make delicious tomato chutney, always use ripe and flavourful tomatoes. Choose tomatoes with a bright red colour and a sweet and tangy flavour.

The flavour of the chutney is heavily influenced by the tomato quality, so choose the best ones.

Make sure to cut the tomatoes into small pieces. This speeds up the cooking time and ensures that they blend well with the chutney. Larger chunks do not cook evenly or blend as well as smaller chunks.

Instead of store-bought pastes, use fresh garlic. This will enhance the flavour and aroma of your chutney.

Tomato chutney gets its distinct flavour from spices. The amount of spices you use, however, is determined by your personal taste.

Begin with a small amount of each spice and adjust to taste. Add more chilli powder or green chilies for a spicier chutney. Reduce the number of spices for a milder version.

Sweeteners such as jaggery or brown sugar are preferred for tomato chutney. If you don’t have any jaggery or brown then as an alternative, regular sugar can be used.

Jaggery or brown sugar, on the other hand, is preferable. They help to contribute a caramelised flavour that complements the tangy and spicy flavours.

Tomato chutney is a versatile condiment that enhances the flavour and depth of Indian dishes. Serve alongside an Indian buffet to enhance the flavour.

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Tomato Chutney

by Nabeela Kauser

Tomato chutney is a spicy and tangy condiment made from fresh ripe tomatoes, onion, garlic, and a variety of spices. It is a delectable dip that adds a lot of flavour and taste to Indian dishes.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Course Sauces & Dips

Cuisine Indian, Pakistani

Servings 6

Calories 110 kcal

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Ingredients

• ▢ 500 g Ripe Tomatoes Chopped
• ▢ 2 Red Onion Chopped
• ▢ 3 cloves Garlic Minced
• ▢ 1 Red Chilli Chopped
• ▢ 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• ▢ 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
• ▢ 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• ▢ Salt To taste
• ▢ 50 ml Red Wine Vinegar
• ▢ 50 g Brown Sugar

Instructions

• Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Sauté the cumin and mustard seeds for a minute or until they become fragrant.
• Add the chopped onions, chopped tomatoes, red chilli, minced garlic, and salt to the pan.
• Cook on medium heat for about 15-20 minutes until the tomatoes become soft and pulpy.
• Stir in the red wine vinegar and brown sugar, and cook for another 5-10 minutes until the chutney thickens.
• Remove the pan from heat and let the chutney cool.
• Blend the chutney to your desired consistency, if preferred.
• Serve with your favourite dish or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-6 weeks.

Notes

Nutritional facts:

The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 281mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 704IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Chutney, Dips, Food, Indian, Ramadan, Recipe, Spicy, Tomato

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