Best 2 Madras Tomato Chutney Recipes

Madras tomato chutney is a delightful and flavorful condiment that finds its origins in the vibrant city of Chennai, a place brimming with culinary treasures. In this article, we will embark on a delectable journey, exploring the secrets behind creating the perfect Madras tomato chutney, a concoction that captures the essence of South Indian gastronomy. Together, we will uncover the tantalizing ingredients and unravel the culinary techniques that transform humble tomatoes into a tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy accompaniment, perfect for enhancing any meal with a burst of Madras magic.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MADRAS TOMATO CHUTNEY

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This is a red tomato chutney which has a lot of flavor and is GREAT with Samosas. Lengthy time to make this is due to the fact that it should stand and cool long before it is served. A good thing to make a day or two in advance.

Provided by SEIRRAC

Categories Chutney

Time 2h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 large ripe tomatoes, diced
¾ teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons tamarind extract
salt

Steps:

In a skillet, cook onion in oil over medium heat until soft. Stir in garlic, and continue cooking for 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, and cover; continue cooking until tomatoes are soft and begin to break down. Season with chili powder, tamarind extract, and salt.
Transfer mixture to a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 198.3 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SWEET TOMATO CHUTNEY

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From 'An Invitation to Indian Cooking' by Madhur Jaffrey. This is one of Madhur Jaffrey's favorite sweet chutneys, she always spoons out a small bowl for all her dinner parties. It goes with almost all foods and is very popular. Store, bottled, in the refrigerator. It keeps for months.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories Chutneys

Time 2h5m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 head garlic, peeled,coarsely chopped
1 piece fresh ginger, about 2 inches long,1 inch thick and 1 inch wide,peeled and coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups red wine vinegar
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes (or 2 lbs fresh tomatoes if they taste like a tomato should)
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (personal preference)
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 tablespoons blanched slivered almonds

Steps:

Put the chopped garlic, ginger and 1/2 cup of the vinegar into the container of an electric blender and blend at high speed until smooth.
In a 4-quart, heavy-bottomed pot with non-metallic finish, place the tomatoes and juice from the can, the rest of the vinegar, the sugar, salt and cayenne pepper (or, if you prefer, add the cayenne at the end, a little at a time, stirring and tasting as you do so).
Bring to a boil.
Add puree from blender.
Lower heat and simmer gently, uncovered, for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until chutney becomes thick.
(A film should cling to a spoon dipped in it.) Stir occasionally at first, and more frequently later as it thickens.
You may need to lower the heat as the liquid diminishes.
You should end up with 2 1/2 cups of chutney, and it should be atleast as thick as honey after it cools.
If the canned tomatoes you used have a lot of liquid in them, a longer cooking time may be required, resulting in a little less chutney.
Add the almonds and the raisins.
Simmer, stirring, another 5 minutes.
Turn heat off and allow to cool.
Bottle.
Keep refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 656.4, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 1431.5, Carbohydrate 149.6, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 134.3, Protein 6.4

Tips:

Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful the chutney will be.
Choose the right spices: Madras curry powder is a key ingredient in this chutney, but you can also add other spices to taste, such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
Don't overcook the chutney: The chutney should be cooked until the tomatoes are soft and the spices are fragrant, but it should not be overcooked, or it will lose its鮮豔度 and flavor.
Let the chutney cool: Before serving the chutney, let it cool slightly so that the flavors can develop.
Store the chutney properly: Madras tomato chutney can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Madras tomato chutney is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a spicy chutney to serve with samosas or a milder chutney to use as a marinade, this recipe has you covered.