Tamatar ki tikhi Chutney
Tamatar Ki Tikhi Chutney — a spicy, tangy tomato chutney bursting with bold flavours of garlic, green chillies, and roasted spices. Perfect as a side with pakoras, samosas, parathas, momos, chaats, or as a fiery dip for snacks.
2 weeks ago
Ingredients
Nutrition Facts (per 2 tbsp)
- Calories22
- Total Fat0.8 g
- Carbohydrates3.2 g
- Protein0.5 g
Instructions
- 1Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan on medium flame. Add garlic and green chillies. Sauté for 1–2 minutes.
- 2Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes until they soften.
- 3Add red chilli powder, roasted cumin powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes until mixture thickens.
- 4Turn off heat and let it cool slightly. Blend into a smooth or slightly coarse chutney.
- 5Stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust spice or salt as needed.
- 6Store refrigerated in an airtight jar.
Storage Tips
- 1Refrigerate up to 7 days in an airtight container.
- 2For longer storage, freeze in small portions for up to 1 month.
Pro Tips
- 1For extra heat, add 1 dry red chilli while sautéing garlic.
- 2To enhance flavor, roast tomatoes on flame before cooking.
- 3Add 1 tsp jaggery to balance acidity if tomatoes are very tangy.
- 4For a smoky version, add a pinch of smoked paprika or roast tomatoes on coal.
