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Chutneys are synonymous with our desi rustic snacks. They amp up the flavours of our favorite titbits to the next level. There is a gamut of chutneys available in the Indian cuisine and each of them are special in their own way. These condiments aren’t only limited to snacks but you can also pair it up with your mundane roti whenever you don't feel like cooking or eating the same sabzi over and over again. Many of you surely would have enjoyed the staple chutneys like hari chutney with your samosas, kachori, bread pakora or chaat. Now, it’s the time you should add another chutney to your list of go-to condiments, like this tamarind chutney. Tamarind is most commonly known as imli in India. It is a fruit which has a soft shell with wrinkly seed inside. This seed is used as a flavouring agent in various sapid dishes. Besides being a yummy dip for your titbits, it also has myriad benefits and has been used for medicinal properties since centuries. This condiment is laden with various antioxidants and minerals, some of which includes easing stomach discomfort, aiding digestion and various other chronic ailments.
Tamarind chutney or saunth ki chutney is very easy to prepare. You can rustle up this condiment with a handful of ingredients. It is clear that tamarind is the primary ingredient in this chutney. There are other elements in this condiment as well, like dates, jaggery and raisins which will provide an extra layer of flavour to the chutney. To fasten the process, it is recommended to deseed the dates a day ahead so you can prepare this recipe even faster. All the ingredients mentioned in this recipe are easily available. You can also play with the ingredients of your choice to suit your palate and to make it more interesting. So, without further ado, here's the recipe for sweet tamarind chutney.
