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Tamarind Date Chutney

Sweet, tangy and spicy, this quick and easy tamarind date chutney is going to take your chaat game to the next level!
5 from 2 votes
Enozia Vakil
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Condiments
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dates
  • 1 cup jaggery
  • 1 cup tamarind pulped
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon fennel powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon pink salt
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder

Instructions
 

  • In a pot, combine dates, tamarind pulp, jaggery and the spices.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes. Once cool, remove the seeds.
  • Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend to a smooth paste.
  • Strain and pour in a glass jar. Refrigerate and serve for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

  • It's best to use dates that are naturally soft and plump. If the dates you're using are on the drier side, soak them in some hot water for 10-15 minutes to rehydrate them, and then use them for the recipe.
  • If you can't find dates, use soaked raisins as an alternative. Sometimes, when I don't have fresh dates, I end up using my homemade date sugar or date puree.
  • Adjust the consistency of the chutney to your liking. I prefer having this sticky, thick syrup. If you prefer a runny, slightly thin chutney, add more water to the pot.
  • If the chutney has turned too runny, add it back to the pot and let it simmer over low heat for 10-12 minutes or until it thickens.
  • Taste and adjust as you go. Once the chutney seems to thicken a bit, give it a quick taste. Add more jaggery if you want it to be sweeter, or add more tamarind pulp if you love that tangy kick.
  • If you don't have these individual spice powders, dry roast each of these spices on a pan over medium heat, let them cool and then grind them together (or separately).  

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 212mgPotassium: 435mgFiber: 4gSugar: 65gVitamin A: 118IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 2mg
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