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Tomato Chutney

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This version of Tomato Chutney offers a deep, rich flavor, combining tangy tomatoes with sweet golden granulated sugar, and a perfect mix of aromatic spices. It’s ideal as a condiment, dip, or topping, with the flavors maturing beautifully over time.

Ingredients

1.5kg ripe tomatoes

500g onions

1 tbsp fine salt

3–4 garlic cloves, crushed

300ml of your preferred vinegar

250g golden granulated sugar

Optional: 2 tsp cornflour + water

1 tsp cumin seeds

1 tsp coriander seeds

1 tsp celery seeds

1 tsp black mustard seeds

¼ tsp paprika

½ tsp crushed black pepper

Instructions

  1. Peel the tomatoes: Blanch the tomatoes in boiling water, shock them in cold water, peel off the skin, and chop them into small pieces.
  2. Rest tomatoes and onions: Combine chopped tomatoes and onions with salt, and let them sit for 12–24 hours. Once rested, drain the excess liquid.
  3. Cook the tomatoes, onions, garlic, and vinegar: In a large pot, cook the tomatoes, onions, garlic, and vinegar together for 20 minutes on low heat.
  4. Toast the spices: In a dry pan, toast the cumin, coriander, celery, and mustard seeds until fragrant. Lightly crush them to release their oils.
  5. Add spices and paprika: Stir the toasted spices, paprika, and crushed black pepper into the tomato-onion mixture. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in sugar: Add the golden granulated sugar and stir gently to combine. Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  7. Optional step: If the chutney is too runny, mix 2 tsp of cornflour with a bit of water and add to the chutney. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to thicken further.
  8. Jar the chutney: Transfer the hot chutney into sterilized jars. Seal them tightly and allow the chutney to cool completely.
  9. Rest and enjoy: Let the chutney rest for a few days before opening. The flavors will mature and intensify over time.

Notes

For a spicier chutney, add chopped fresh chilies or red chili flakes.

For a smoky twist, use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.

Fruits like raisins or apples can be added for a sweeter version.

 

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