Indian
Indian - Regional Mains
Tomato Garlic 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
- • 15 garlic cloves, peeled
- • 4 tomatoes, chopped
- • 25g tamarind, soaked in 200ml warm water
- • 3 tbsp sesame oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
- • 1 sprig curry leaves
- • 1 tbsp coriander powder
- • 2 tsp red chili powder
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Squeeze and strain the tamarind to yield about 1.5 cups of extract.
2
Phase 2
Heat the sesame oil; crackle the mustard and fenugreek seeds with the curry leaves.
3
Phase 3
Add the garlic cloves and fry until evenly golden, about 4 minutes.
4
Phase 4
Add the tomatoes and cook, mashing, until they break down into a pulp.
5
Phase 5
Pour in the tamarind extract with the coriander powder and chili powder; boil 20-25 minutes until thick and the oil separates.
6
Phase 6
Rest 10 minutes; serve mixed into steamed rice with a drizzle of sesame oil.