Amli-Tamarind chutney.

Amli-Tamarind chutney- A tangy sweet and sour chutney that is a must for all savory and snack dishes in the Indian Kitchen.

Ingredients:

16 oz tamarind pulp(without seeds)

12 oz dates(without seeds)

2 teaspoons chilli powder

2 teaspoons salt

3 cups water

Method:

1.Soak the tamarind and dates in 3 cups hot water overnight.

2. In the morning squeeze throughly the tamarind pulp and dates to release the fibres,skin and husk.

3.Strain the tamarind /date mixture, squeezing all the pulp out and leaving behind the fibres, husk and skins.

4.Transfer the strained mixture to a bowl and discard the fibres,husk and skins of tamarind.

5.Add the salt, sugar and chilli powder and mix throughly ,adjust seasoning as necessary.(Amli chutney should taste tangy,spicy sweet and sour.Add a little water to get the desired consistency.

6.Transfer to a serving dish.

NB-(If you don't want to use dates then the sweetness can be achieved by using 4 oz jaggery-gor)

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