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Add the panch phoron seeds and dried red chilies. Let them splutter for a few seconds until fragrant.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat mustard oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the chopped tomatoes, grated ginger, and salt. Stir well, cover, and cook on medium heat for 8-10 minutes until the tomatoes become soft and mushy.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the chopped tomatoes, grated ginger, and salt","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the dates, raisins, and sugar. Mix thoroughly. Continue to cook uncovered for another 5-7 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the chutney thickens to a syrupy consistency.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the dates, raisins, and sugar","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Turn off the heat. Stir in the lemon juice for a touch of acidity. Allow the chutney to cool to room temperature before serving.","group":"Finishing","title":"Turn off the heat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Commonly served at the end of a Bengali meal before dessert. Adjust the sugar level based on the tartness of the tomatoes. You can also add thin slices of fresh coconut or mango bars (Aamsotto) for extra texture.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Bengali"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute"],"equipment":["pan","lid","wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":500,"unit":"g","note":"Approximately 2 cups of chutney"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This chutney can be made entirely in advance and tastes better the next day."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight glass jar in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve chilled or at room temperature; no reheating necessary."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_12eb0be620%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e545280e-a245-4fba-8c64-fdb0136c0ea3","imageAlt":"Bengali Sweet Tomato Chutney (Mishti Chutney) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["chutney","sweet","tomato","indian","bengali","traditional"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Bengali Sweet Tomato Chutney (Mishti Chutney)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T18:40:33.090Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T18:40:33.090Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_9f27e75eaf","slug":"coconut-chutney","title":"Coconut Chutney","description":"A classic, creamy South Indian condiment made with fresh coconut, roasted gram, and a fragrant tempering of curry leaves and mustard seeds.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_9f27e75eaf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7a4f48d9-809d-418b-8a72-c4a571aed6d8","imageAlt":"Coconut Chutney — recipe cover","tags":["coconut","chutney","indian","south indian","dip","condiment","vegan","gluten free","healthy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":11,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_6f5ca9e5fa","slug":"coriander-chutney-dhania-chutney","title":"Coriander Chutney (Dhania Chutney)","description":"A vibrant, spicy, and tangy Indian green sauce made with fresh coriander leaves, fiery green chilies, and a splash of lemon. 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