Sweet sonth chutney, also known as khajur chutney, is a classic Indian condiment that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Made with two main ingredients—sonth (dried ginger) and khajur (dates)—this versatile chutney is a delightful accompaniment to a variety of dishes, ranging from savory snacks to hearty meals. Its unique flavor profile and versatility make it a popular choice among food enthusiasts worldwide.
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DATE CHUTNEY
Serve this sweet-sour sauce with chicken, pork loin, or Brandied Ham.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 20m
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown at edges, 3 minutes. Add mustard seeds and cook, stirring, until beginning to pop, 1 minute. Add remaining ingredients and 1/2 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 6 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g
DATE & TAMARIND SAUCE (SONTH)
Serve this tangy date and tamarind sauce with everything from samosas and pakoras to crunchy street snacks and salads
Provided by Roopa Gulati
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Break up the tamarind and dates and put them in a pan with the jaggery and enough water to cover them, about 500ml. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 mins or until the tamarind is really soft.
- Remove the pan from the heat and push the pulp through a sieve to remove any fibres. The sauce should be a coating consistency - add a little water if it is too thick.
- Stir in the ginger powder, garam masala and ground cumin. The sauce should taste sweet and tart - stir in a little more jaggery if it doesn't taste sweet enough. Chill before serving. Will keep in the fridge for three to four days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 0.4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 48 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.08 milligram of sodium
TAMARIND - DATE CHUTNEY ( SWEET INDIAN CHUTNEY)
The quantities are guesstimates. You can adjust everything for your taste. Updated 4/3/06 - Addition of ginger powder. Improved the steps
Provided by Sana7149
Categories Asian
Time 2h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the jaggery, dates and water in a deep boiling pan for about 2 hours.
- After the dates become smooth, blend in a mixer till smooth.
- Strain and transfer to the pan again.
- Add the tamarind paste and seasoning.
- Boil till thick enough to coat the back of a spoon thinly.
- Cool again. Store in clean airtight bottles and refrigerate.
- Shelf life of about a month in the refrigerator.
- * Here, I have used tamarind paste. But in case you do not have tamarind, soak the tamarind in water and extract its paste.
- What I usually do is use dry tamarind powder which I get from Indian grocery stores.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 296.1, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 30.1, Protein 0.5
SWEET SONTH CHUTNEY WITH DATES
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Prepare the cumin seeds. Soak the dates and tamarind pulp in 1 cup hot water, about 1 hour to soften.2. With clean fingers, mush the pulp to release it from the fibrous parts of the dates and to separate any tamarind seeds that may still be present. Then pass the softened date-tamarind pulp through a fine-mesh strainer or a food mill (I prefer the food mill, especially for large quantities) into a large bowl to extract a smooth paste. Pour the remaining hot water over the fibrous remains in the food mill and collect any remaining pulp and mix into the already extracted paste.3. Transfer to a small saucepan, add the sugar, cumin, and salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer about 5 minutes. Mix in up to 1 cup of water if the chutney thickens too quickly. Adjust the seasoning, then let cool. Serve at room temperature, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate about 2 months, or freeze about 1 year.From "1,000 Indian Recipes." Copyright 2002 by Neelam Batra. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy dates for the best flavor.
- If you don't have tamarind paste, you can use an equal amount of lemon juice.
- Add more or less chili powder depending on your desired spice level.
- You can also add other spices to taste, such as cumin, coriander, or ginger.
- For a thicker chutney, cook it for a longer period of time.
- Serve the chutney with your favorite snacks, such as samosas, pakoras, or papadums.
Conclusion:
Sweet Sonth Chutney with Dates is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of snacks and meals. It is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. So next time you are looking for a sweet and tangy chutney to add some flavor to your meal, give this recipe a try!
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