Date-Tamarind Relish

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   Combine water and dates in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

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   Bring to a boil, turn heat to low; add salt, tamarind paste, chili, and shallots and simmer 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, or until dates are soft and mixture is thickened. Add scallion and cilantro and simmer 2-3 more minutes. Stir in lemon juice. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

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   Scrape mixture into a small food processor and puree until just smooth (a little texture is ok).

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   When cool, spoon into a storage container and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to blend. Use as a spread on toast or crackers, in a sandwich with cream cheese, on a cheese tray, dolloped on plain yogurt, as a condiment for poultry or as a glaze for chicken parts or wings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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