Sweet Tamarind Date Chutney Recipe

Name: Sweet Tamarind Date Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pitted dates chopped; 2 teaspoons fennel seeds; 2 teaspoons red pepper or to taste; 7 1/4 tablespoons tamarind pulp seedless; 1 cup water; 3 tablespoons palm sugar or dark brown sugar; salt to taste; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 1/4 ounces toasted hazelnuts chopped, optional

Servings: persons

1
Toast the fennel seeds in a dry pan, then grind or pound to a fine powder using a coffee grinder or a mortar and pestle.
2
Put the dates, fennel seed powder, red pepper, tamarind pulp, water, sugar and salt in a food processor and puree.
3
Heat the oil in a pan and stir-fry the mustard seeds over high heat until they pop, 1-2 mins.
4
Add the puree and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the chutney becomes thick, 2-3 mins.
5
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 2 mins.
6
When the chutney has a dropping consistency, stir well and remove from the heat.
7
Mix through the nuts, if using.

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 cup pitted dates chopped, 2 teaspoons fennel seeds, 2 teaspoons red pepper or to taste, 7 1/4 tablespoons tamarind pulp seedless, and more.

Yes, Sweet Tamarind Date 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Tamarind Date Chutney

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