Tomato coriander chutney is a popular and flavorful condiment in Indian cuisine. It is made by blending together ripe tomatoes, fresh coriander leaves, green chili peppers, ginger, garlic, and other spices.
The chutney has a bright and tangy flavor from the tomatoes, with a hint of spiciness from the green chili peppers. The fresh coriander leaves add a refreshing aroma and a burst of fresh herbaceousness to the chutney.
This chutney is incredibly versatile and can be served as a condiment to accompany various dishes such as dosa, idli, vada, or rice. It can also be used as a spread for sandwiches or as a dipping sauce for vegetables and chips.
Tomato coriander chutney is also a healthy condiment, as it is low in calories and contains many essential vitamins and minerals. The combination of tomatoes, coriander, and spices in the chutney is believed to have several health benefits, including aiding digestion and improving the immune system.
Overall, tomato coriander chutney is a delicious and healthy condiment that adds a burst of flavor to any meal
Tomato Coriander Chutney
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servings5
minutes10
minutesTomato coriander chutney is a popular and flavorful condiment in Indian cuisine. It is made by blending together ripe tomatoes, fresh coriander leaves, green chili peppers and other spices.
Ingredients
Tomato – 2 Nos
Coriander leaves (chopped)- 1/2 cup
Green chillies – 3 Nos
Tamarind – a small gooseberry size
Urad dhal – 2 tablespoon
Asafoetida powder – 1/4 teaspoon
Mustard – 1/2 teaspoon
Oil – 2 teaspoons
Salt – 1 teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Chop the tomatoes into big pieces.
- In a pan add one teaspoon oil and fry Urad dhal till it turns slightly red.
- Add green chillies and fry for a while.
- Then add tamarind and fry that too for a second.
- Then add chopped tomatoes and asafoetida powder and fry for two to three minutes on a low flame.
- Before removing add coriander leaves and fry just for a second.
- Switch off the stove. Allow to cool.
- Add a teaspoon of salt and grind altogether to a paste.
- Season it with mustard seeds.
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Notes
- You can adjust the quantity of green chilies according to your taste preference. If you like it spicier, you can add more chilies, and if you like it milder, you can reduce the amount.