{"id":"recipe_fd1bfc816d","slug":"indian-tomato-chutney","title":"Indian Tomato Chutney","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and savory Indian condiment made with ripe tomatoes, tempered mustard seeds, and aromatic garlic. 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Once hot, add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Wait until the mustard seeds start to crackle and pop.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the curry leaves, minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies. Sauté for about 1 minute until the raw smell of garlic disappears and the aromatics are fragrant.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the curry leaves, minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt. Stir well to combine all ingredients.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Cover the pan and cook on medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the tomatoes become soft, mushy, and the oil starts to separate from the sides. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.","group":"Cooking","title":"Cover the pan and cook","timerMinutes":12,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Uncover and add sugar if using. Mash the tomatoes slightly with the back of your spoon to reach your desired consistency. Cook for another 2 minutes without a lid.","group":"Finishing","title":"Uncover and add sugar if","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve warm or at room temperature.","group":"Finishing","title":"Turn off the heat and garnish","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For a smoother texture, you can blend the mixture after it cools, though the chunky version is more traditional. 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