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Tomato Chutney

A quick, tangy, and slightly spicy chutney made with ripe tomatoes, green chili, and cilantro. Perfect as a side for breakfast, snacks, or any meal.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
50
Protein
1g
Tomato Chutney
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Ingredients

  • 4 medium tomatoes
  • 1 whole green chili
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and cook until they splutter, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add 4 chopped tomatoes and 1 chopped green chili. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are soft and mushy, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook for 2 more minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Blend until smooth, or leave chunky if preferred. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tools you’ll need

  • small pan
  • blender (optional)

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