Tamarind Chutney (sauce)

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 17

Tangy and sweet Tamarind Chutney Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

30 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

18g

Fat

0.2g

Tamarind Chutney is a popular sauce in Indian cuisine. It is made with tamarind pulp, dates, sugar, salt, and spices. This chutney is tangy, sweet, and savory which makes it an excellent accompaniment to various Indian snacks. Tamarind Chutney provides a refreshing and unique taste that tantalizes the taste buds. This versatile sauce can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or dressing. It is also easy to make at home and can be stored for up to a month in the refrigerator.

Instructions

1.	Soak the tamarind in 2 cups of warm water for half an hour.
2.	Once the tamarind is soft, mash it with your hands.
3.	Strain the tamarind pulp using a sieve and discard the seeds and fibers.
4.	In a blender, add the tamarind pulp, 1 cup of chopped dates, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
5.	Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth.
6.	If you want a thinner consistency, add some water and blend again.
7.	Store the chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.

PROS

This Tamarind Chutney pairs well with a variety of Indian snacks such as samosas, pakoras, and chaats.

It adds a tangy and sweet flavor to foods.

CONS

This chutney is high in sugar and may not be suitable for people with diabetes and other medical conditions that require a low sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tamarind is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to promoting anti-inflammatory effects in the body.
The chutney also contains dates which are a good source of fiber, iron, and potassium.

	3 ounces dried tamarind
	2 cups water
	1 cup chopped pitted dates
	1 teaspoon sugar
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
	1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper