Onion tomato chutney is a tangy and spicy condiment made with onions, tomatoes, and a combination of spices. It is a popular accompaniment in Indian cuisine and can be served with dosa, idli, vada, or even as a spread on sandwiches. You can store the onion tomato chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy it as a dip or a spread with your favorite dishes.
Onion Tomato Chutney
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minutesDiscover how to make a tangy and spicy onion tomato chutney, a popular accompaniment in Indian cuisine. Perfect for dosa, idli, vada, or as a spread!
Ingredients
Onion – 1
Tomato – 1
Red Chillies – 5 to 6
Bengal gram dal – 1 tablespoon
Urad Dal – 1 tablespoon
Peanut – 1 tablespoon
White til seeds (Ellu) – 1 teaspoon
Tamarind – a gooseberry size
Hard asafoetida – a pea size
Oil – 2 teaspoons
Salt – 1 teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- In a frying pan, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Add asafoetida, Bengal gram dal, urad dal, peanuts, and til seeds. Sauté until the dals turn a light brown color.
- Incorporate tamarind and red chillies into the mixture. Fry briefly, then remove the pan from heat.
- In the same pan, add an additional teaspoon of oil. Sauté the onion pieces for about a minute.
- Add the tomato pieces and continue to sauté for another minute.
- Once the mixture has cooled, combine all the sautéed ingredients with salt in a blender or food processor. Process until you achieve a smooth paste.
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Notes
- Seasoning is optional and if you want you can season it with mustard and curry leaves.