Low Fat Onion Chutney
Elevate your meals with this delicious and healthy **Low Fat Onion Chutney**, a flavorful twist on the classic condiment. Made with caramelized onions, fresh tomatoes, ginger, and garlic, this low-calorie recipe is perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Spiced with red chili powder, coriander, and the aromatic duo of mustard and cumin seeds, it's a tantalizing balance of tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors, enriched by a splash of tamarind paste. With just a tablespoon of oil, it’s a guilt-free option that pairs beautifully with dosas, idlis, sandwiches, or even as a dip. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this vegan, low-fat chutney is a must-try for adding bold flavor to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Large onions
- 2 pieces Tomato
- 1 inch Ginger
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Tamarind paste
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Oil (preferably olive or canola)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onions and set aside.
Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and set aside.
Peel and roughly chop the ginger and garlic.
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add the cumin seeds and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Add the sliced onions to the pan and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 to 6 minutes.
Add the chopped ginger and garlic, and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.
Mix in the chopped tomatoes, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
Add the tamarind paste and water to the mixture. Stir well and allow the chutney to simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens.
Adjust the seasoning to taste and then remove the pan from heat.
Let the chutney cool to room temperature before transferring it to a jar.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4757 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.0 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1478 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
