A delicious sweet tomato chutney prepared with jaggery, chili, and whole spices, commonly found in eastern and northern India. This chutney can be served hot or refrigerated for up to a week. Enjoy it with roti, paratha, or puri.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500gtomatoes
- 100gjaggery
- 2tspchili powder
- 1tspcumin seeds
- 1tspmustard seeds
- 1tspsalt
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
46.3kcal (2.31%)
Protein
1.0g (2%)
Carbs
10.4g (3.77%)
Sugars
7.5g (15%)
Healthy Fat
0.0g
Unhealthy Fat
0.0g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Sweet Tomato Chutney
Preparation Steps
Chop the tomatoes finely and set them aside.
In a pan, heat some oil and add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they soften.
Stir in the jaggery, chili powder, and salt. Mix well and let it cook until the chutney thickens.
Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
46.3kcal (2.31%)
Protein
1.0g (2%)
Carbs
10.4g (3.77%)
Sugars
7.5g (15%)
Healthy Fat
0.0g
Unhealthy Fat
0.0g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less jaggery according to your taste.
This chutney can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
FAQS
How do I make sweet tomato chutney from scratch?
To make sweet tomato chutney from scratch, start by finely chopping 500 g of tomatoes. In a pan, heat some oil and add 1 tsp each of cumin seeds and mustard seeds, allowing them to splutter. Then, add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften. Stir in 100 g of jaggery, 2 tsp of chili powder, and 1 tsp of salt, mixing well. Cook until the chutney thickens, then remove from heat and let it cool.
Is sweet tomato chutney suitable for vegan diets?
Yes, sweet tomato chutney is suitable for vegan diets. The ingredients used, including tomatoes, jaggery, and spices, are all plant-based, making this chutney a great option for those following a vegan lifestyle.
What can I substitute for jaggery in sweet tomato chutney?
If you don't have jaggery, you can substitute it with brown sugar or coconut sugar in equal amounts. Keep in mind that the flavor may vary slightly, but these alternatives will still provide the sweetness needed for the chutney.
How long can I store sweet tomato chutney in the refrigerator?
You can store sweet tomato chutney in the refrigerator for up to a week. Make sure to keep it in an airtight container to maintain its freshness and flavor.
What dishes pair well with sweet tomato chutney?
Sweet tomato chutney pairs wonderfully with Indian breads such as roti, paratha, or puri. It can also be served as a condiment with rice dishes or as a dip for snacks like samosas and pakoras.
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