Best 4 Onion Tamarind Chutney Recipes

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Onion tamarind chutney is a versatile condiment that can be used to add a sweet and tangy flavor to a variety of dishes. It is a popular ingredient in Indian cuisine and is often served with rice, vegetables, and meat. The chutney is made with a combination of onions, tamarind, jaggery, and spices. The onions are typically caramelized until they are golden brown, and the tamarind provides a tart and tangy flavor. The jaggery adds a sweet balance to the chutney, and the spices give it a warm and aromatic flavor. Onion tamarind chutney is a delicious and easy-to-make condiment that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ONION TAMARIND CHUTNEY



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This is a delicious South Indian chutney traditionally served with idlis or dosa, the famous Indian rice pancake.

Provided by delicia annie James

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Chutney Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons oil, divided
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
5 small fresh red chile peppers
2 medium onion, chopped
8 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
1 pinch ground turmeric
1 tablespoon water, or more as needed
½ teaspoon mustard seed
salt to taste
6 curry leaves

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a skillet and add cumin seeds and coriander seeds. Add red chile peppers and fry for 1 minute. Add onion and saute until soft and translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute until it turns color, about 1 minute. Add tomato and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Mix in tamarind paste and turmeric powder and mix well. Cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  • Transfer skillet contents to a blender and season with salt. Add water as needed and blend everything into a smooth paste.
  • Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil to a skillet and add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Cook until mixture splutters and pour tempering over chutney. Mix to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 14.2 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

RAISIN AND TAMARIND CHUTNEY



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup tamarind pulp
2 tablespoons Garam Masala, recipe follows
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 green chile, minced
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon mixed peppercorns
6 green cardamom pods
5 brown cardamom pods
6 cloves
Two 2-inch pieces cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Put the raisins, sugar, tamarind pulp, 1/2 cup water, Garam Masala, ginger, chile and onions into a medium saucepan and place over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Let cool slightly, and then stir in the cilantro.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Put the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, peppercorns, cardamom pods, cloves and cinnamon sticks on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until they are aromatic, 15 to 20 minutes. Grind to a powder in an electric spice grinder. Store in an airtight jar.

SWEET TAMARIND CHUTNEY



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This is an East Indian sweet tamarind chutney.

Provided by STEELTOWN

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Chutney Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon fennel seeds
½ teaspoon asafoetida powder
½ teaspoon garam masala
2 cups water
1 ⅛ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons tamarind paste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, ginger, cayenne pepper, fennel seeds, asafoetida powder, and garam masala; cook and stir for about 2 minutes to release the flavors.
  • Stir the water into the pan with the spices along with the sugar and tamarind paste. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat until the mixture turns a deep chocolaty brown and is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. This should take 20 to 30 minutes. The sauce will be thin, but it will thicken upon cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.3 mg, Sugar 22.5 g

TAMARIND CHUTNEY



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There is nothing quite like the tangy, sweet and sour sensation of tamarind, the main ingredient in this essential Indian chutney. In chaat, a category of spicy, savory, tangy and crunchy Indian snacks, tamarind chutney provides the pungent, pucker-inducing element that makes those dishes so craveable. In this recipe, from Maneet Chauhan's cookbook, "Chaat" (Clarkson Potter, 2020), the tamarind flavor is sweetened with jaggery, dates and raisins, and brightened up with ginger, with deep umami coming from the chaat masala. It's possible to find high-quality store-bought tamarind chutney, but nothing beats the vibrant flavors of a fresh batch made at home. -Priya Krishna

Provided by Maneet Chauhan

Categories     easy, snack, condiments, dips and spreads

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 (16-ounce) block seedless tamarind pulp, coarsely chopped (see Note)
1 cup jaggery or dark brown sugar
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup pitted dates, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger (from a 1-inch piece)
1 teaspoon chaat masala
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon kala namak (black salt)
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a medium sauté pan, heat the oil over medium until it glistens, about 1 minute. Add the cumin, coriander, fennel and red-pepper flakes, and sauté until aromatic and lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the tamarind, jaggery, raisins, dates and fresh ginger, increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, and cook until the sauce is thick and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon to prevent scorching and to encourage the flavors to mingle.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chaat masala, ground ginger and kala namak. Transfer the chutney to a food processor or blender and blend on high speed until smooth, adding a little water if needed to create a thick but pourable consistency.
  • Taste and season with kosher salt. The chutney will keep in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Tips:

  • Use ripe tamarind: The riper the tamarind, the sweeter and more flavorful the chutney will be.
  • Soak the tamarind in warm water: This will help soften the tamarind and make it easier to extract the pulp.
  • Use a food processor or blender to grind the ingredients: This will help create a smooth and creamy chutney.
  • Cook the chutney over medium heat: This will help prevent the chutney from burning.
  • Simmer the chutney for at least 30 minutes: This will help develop the flavors and thicken the chutney.
  • Store the chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator: The chutney will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Onion tamarind chutney is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is a great way to use up leftover tamarind and onions, and it is also a healthy and affordable option. Whether you are looking for a sweet and sour chutney to serve with your favorite Indian dishes or a tangy and flavorful condiment to add to your sandwiches and wraps, onion tamarind chutney is a great choice.

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