Sweet Tamarind Chutney Recipe

Elevate your Moroccan or Indian dishes with this vibrant, sweet tamarind chutney—inspired by Gordon Ramsay! This easy-to-make recipe blends the sweet and tangy flavors of tamarind with warming spices. Perfect for accompanying Moroccan Stuffed Chicken & Roasted Fennel (or your favorite Indian dishes!), this chutney is even better when made ahead. Make a batch and enjoy its intensified flavors within 3 days. Choose soft brown sugar or jaggery for a delicious depth of flavor.

Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 242.8 kcal

Protein 3g

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Ingredients for Sweet Tamarind Chutney

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How to Make Sweet Tamarind Chutney

Break 100g block of tamarind into smaller pieces using your hands.
Soak the tamarind pieces in 200ml hot water for 20 minutes.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding the husks and seeds.
Heat a medium frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp cumin seeds and 1 tsp coriander seeds.
Dry roast for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
In a blender, combine 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp salt, 50g soft brown sugar (or jaggery), and 50g pitted dates.
Add the roasted cumin and coriander seeds and 2 tbsp water. Blend until a smooth puree forms.
Scrape the puree into a bowl and stir in the tamarind extract.
Stir well. Add a little water (1-2 tbsp at a time) if the chutney is too thick.
Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

233g

Fat

Carbs

20g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Tamarind Chutney?

Sweet Tamarind Chutney takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Tamarind Chutney?

Sweet Tamarind Chutney has approximately 242.8 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Tamarind Chutney?

The key ingredients for Sweet Tamarind Chutney are Tamarind Pulp, Hot Water, Cumin Seed, Coriander Seed, Red Chili Powder, Sea Salt. See the full list with measurements above.