{"id":"recipe_ce1ef6e162","slug":"tamarind-chutney","title":"Tamarind Chutney","description":"A sweet and tangy classic Indian condiment made with tamarind pulp, jaggery, and aromatic spices, perfect for chaats and appetizers.","serves":10,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":10},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"100g seedless tamarind","name":"Tamarind","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":3.5,"usUnit":"oz","form":"seedless","notes":"Pressed block or dry pulp","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"200g jaggery, crushed","name":"Jaggery","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7,"usUnit":"oz","form":"crushed","notes":"Can substitute with dark brown sugar","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"500ml water","name":"Water","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"Hot water for soaking","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tsp dry ginger powder (Saunth)","name":"Ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"Dry ginger powder","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp roasted cumin powder","name":"Cumin","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"roasted powder","notes":"Bhuna Jeera","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 tsp red chili powder","name":"Red Chili","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"Adjust for heat","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 tsp black salt (Kala Namak)","name":"Black Salt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"Adds a distinct sulfurous tang","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/2 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"To taste","group":"Spices","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Soak the seedless tamarind in 2 cups (500ml) of hot water for about 20 minutes to soften.","group":"Preparation","title":"Soak the seedless tamarind","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Using your hands or a spoon, mash the tamarind to extract the pulp. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a saucepan, discarding any remaining fiber or solids.","group":"Preparation","title":"Mash the tamarind","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the crushed jaggery to the tamarind extract and place the saucepan over medium heat.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the crushed jaggery","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer until the jaggery is completely dissolved and the mixture starts to thicken slightly (about 10-12 minutes).","group":"Cooking","title":"Bring the mixture","timerMinutes":12,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Stir in the ginger powder, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, black salt, and regular salt. Mix well.","group":"Cooking","title":"Stir in the ginger powder, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, black salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the chutney coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let it cool completely; it will thicken further as it cools.","group":"Cooking","title":"Continue to simmer","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Store the chutney in a clean, airtight glass jar. It stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. If the chutney thickens over time, dilute it with a little warm water before serving.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer"],"equipment":["saucepan","fine-mesh sieve","glass jar"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":700,"unit":"ml","note":"Approximately 2.5 cups of chutney"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Can be made months in advance and stored in the fridge."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold or at room temperature. If frozen, thaw in the fridge overnight."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_ce1ef6e162%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e46ab045-53cf-4fc3-90b5-e6953f523626","imageAlt":"Tamarind Chutney — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["chutney","tamarind","sweet and sour","indian sauce","chaat essential"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Tamarind Chutney","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T18:35:09.376Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T18:35:09.376Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_12eb0be620","slug":"bengali-sweet-tomato-chutney-mishti-chutney","title":"Bengali Sweet Tomato Chutney (Mishti Chutney)","description":"A classic sweet and tangy Bengali-style chutney made with ripe tomatoes, dates, and raisins, tempered with panch phoron for a unique aromatic depth.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Bengali"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"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","tags":["chutney","sweet","tomato","indian","bengali","traditional"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":4},{"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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