Curry Leaf & Tomato Chutney Recipe

Name: Curry Leaf & Tomato Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound RED heirloom tomatoes OR Roma tomatoes OR tomatoes on the vine; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon black mustard seeds OR yellow mustard seeds; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated; 1 jalapeno, minced; 16 curry leaves, chopped; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 tablespoon cane sugar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 F.
2
Meanwhile, roughly chop tomatoes and set aside.
3
In a medium-size sauce pot or a small Dutch oven, over medium heat, heat oil.
4
When the oil is hot, add black mustard seeds and allow the seeds to crackle for one minute.
5
Add ginger, jalapeno, and curry leaves. Stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes.
6
Add sweet paprika and turmeric. Cook for 30 seconds.
7
Add tomatoes, salt, and sugar. Mix. Cover with a lid.
8
Place the pot in the oven and cook for 2 hours. After an hour, stir and mash large pieces of tomatoes with a wooden spoon and place the pot back into the oven.
9
Once done, remove the sauce pot from the oven and allow to cool until it reaches room temperature. Spoon into small mason jars and refrigerate. This chutney should last you for a month.

181

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound RED heirloom tomatoes OR Roma tomatoes OR tomatoes on the vine, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon black mustard seeds OR yellow mustard seeds, 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated, and more.

Yes, Curry Leaf & Tomato Chutney falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Curry Leaf & Tomato Chutney

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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