Description
Easy tamarind chutney recipe or Imli chutney - a tangy, sweet dipping sauce perfect to dip your homemade samosas or add to your favorite samosa chaat . This homemade condiment is better than any store bought chutney and rivals what you can get at your local Indian restaurant. It will elevate any dish with its tangy, spicy sweetness and delectable blend of flavors. Plus, this comes together in less than 5 minutes of prep apart from the soaking time!
Ingredients
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- seedless tamarind 1 cup
- boiling water 2 cups
- sugar 1/4 cup
- salt 1 tsp
- red chilli powder 1 tsp
- pink Himalayan salt or black salt 1/4 tsp
- roasted cumin powder 1 tsp
- dry ginger powder 1/2 tsp
Instructions
- Soak the tamarind in 2 cups of boiling water for 2 hours.
- In a blender, add the soaked tamarind with water along with all the remaining ingredients. Blend it until smooth.
- Using a strainer, separate the fibrous pulp from the liquid. The chutney can be stored for upto 60 days in an air tight container.
Notes
- Make sure to soak the tamarind for at least 2 hours in hot boiling water before blending it together.
- You can use fresh dates to add some added sweetness, just make sure to soak them first too.
- Store in a glass bottle for a longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Additional Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Cuisine: Indian