Tamarind Date Chutney Sweet Indian Chutney
Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful, Tamarind Date Chutney is a quintessential Indian condiment that elevates any meal or snack. This luscious chutney combines the bold tartness of tamarind pulp with the natural sweetness of dates and jaggery (or brown sugar), creating a perfectly balanced harmony of flavors. Enhanced with aromatic cumin powder, a hint of red chili for subtle heat, and the unique tang of black salt (kala namak), this chutney delivers an authentic punch of taste in every spoonful. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's not only easy to prepare but also versatile—use it as a dipping sauce for samosas, a drizzle for chaat, or a sweet-tangy garnish for Indian street food. Plus, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, making it an ideal make-ahead option for your next flavorful feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Tamarind pulp
- 1 cup Pitted dates
- 1 cup Jaggery or brown sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Black salt (kala namak)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ginger powder (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the tamarind pulp, pitted dates, and water.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the dates soften and the mixture thickens slightly.
Using an immersion blender or transferring the mixture to a regular blender, blend the mixture until it is smooth.
Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl or saucepan, pressing with a spoon to extract the liquid and discard any fibrous residue.
Return the strained mixture to the saucepan. Add the jaggery or brown sugar, cumin powder, red chili powder, black salt, regular salt, and optional ginger powder.
Cook on low heat, stirring frequently, until the jaggery dissolves completely and the chutney thickens to your desired consistency (approximately 10 minutes).
Remove from heat and let the chutney cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, transfer the chutney to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. It can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2015 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3269 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 527.5 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 468.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 511 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 31.2 mg | 173% | |
| Potassium | 5080 mg | 108% | |
*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.
