Tamarind Chutney Recipe

Spice up your life with this incredibly easy and flavorful Tamarind Chutney recipe, adapted from Shehzad Husain's "What's Cooking Indian." Ready in just 5 minutes, this vibrant chutney is the perfect accompaniment to samosas, pakoras, or any Indian snack. Cheap, cheerful, and bursting with authentic taste, this recipe is a must-try for both seasoned cooks and kitchen novices. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 15.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tamarind Chutney

  • 1/2 cup Tamarind Paste
  • 1/4 cup Water (or more, to reach desired consistency)
  • 1-2 teaspoons Chili Powder (adjust to taste)
  • Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh Cilantro (or to taste)

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How to Make Tamarind Chutney

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the tamarind paste, sugar, chili powder, salt, and water until well combined. Adjust the amount of water to achieve your desired consistency.
  2. Stir in the chopped cilantro to taste.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The chutney will taste even better if refrigerated overnight.
  4. Serve chilled and enjoy! This chutney keeps well in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g