Indian
Indian - Curries and Gravies
Tamarind Chutney
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 20g tamarind, soaked in 1 cup warm water
- • 2 tbsp sesame oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
- • 2 dried red chilies
- • 1 sprig curry leaves
- • 1/4 cup shallots, halved
- • 2 tbsp sambar powder
- • 1/4 tsp turmeric
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Heat the sesame oil and pop the mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and dried red chilies.
2
Phase 2
Add the curry leaves and shallots; fry until the shallots turn soft and translucent.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the sambar powder and turmeric; fry for a few seconds without burning.
4
Phase 4
Squeeze in the tamarind water and simmer until the gravy thickens and turns glossy.
5
Phase 5
Cook until the oil floats on top; serve with steamed rice.