Tamarind Chutney Recipe (Imli Chutney)
No Indian street food is complete without the classic Tamarind Chutney! Also known as Imli Chutney, this sweet, tangy, and mildly spiced chutney is a must-have condiment for chaats, samosas, pakoras, and snacks. Made with tamarind, jaggery, and flavorful spices, it adds that authentic desi touch to every bite.
🌟 Ingredients (SEO-optimized):
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Tamarind – 1 cup (soaked in warm water, pulp extracted & strained)
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Jaggery – ¾ cup (natural sweetness, balances tanginess)
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Sugar – 2 tbsp (optional, for extra balance)
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Roasted Cumin Powder – 1 tsp (earthy flavor)
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Dry Ginger Powder (Sonth) – 1 tsp (warming spice)
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Black Salt – ½ tsp (gives authentic street food flavor)
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Red Chili Powder – ½ tsp (adds mild heat & color)
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Salt – ¼ tsp (adjust to taste)
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Water – 1 to 1½ cups (as required for consistency)
🥣 Preparation Method:
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Soak tamarind in warm water for 20–30 minutes. Extract the pulp and strain to remove fibers and seeds.
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Transfer the tamarind pulp to a pan and bring it to a gentle boil.
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Add jaggery and sugar, stir until they dissolve completely.
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Mix in dry ginger powder, roasted cumin powder, black salt, red chili powder, and a little regular salt.
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Simmer on low flame until the chutney thickens into a smooth, glossy sauce.
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Let it cool down and store in an airtight glass jar. Keeps well in the refrigerator for 2–3 weeks.
✅ Serving Suggestions (SEO-rich):
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Drizzle over pani puri, bhel puri, sev puri, dahi puri for that irresistible sweet-tangy punch.
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Perfect dip for samosas, pakoras, kachoris, dhokla, and cutlets.
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Use as a spread for chaat sandwiches, wraps, and rolls.
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Combine with green chutney for the ultimate street-style chaat experience.
✨ Why This Recipe Works:
✔ 100% homemade, preservative-free, and hygienic.
✔ Balanced with the right amount of sweetness, tanginess, and spice.
✔ Versatile chutney that enhances the flavor of Indian street food and festive snacks.
