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Tamarind chatney(Imli chutney)/saunth

Tamarind, known as “imli” in Hindi, is native to tropical Africa but was introduced to India and became an integral part of Indian cuisine.

Origin of “Tamarind chatney (Imli chutney)/saunth” is also known as “Imli Chutney”, is a classic Indian condiment known for its tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy flavour. This chutney is a staple in Indian cuisine, often served as a dipping sauce for many Indian snacks, street food and snacks like samosas, pakoras, and chaat.

Tamarind Chutney is versatile and can also be used as a marinade, a glaze, or even as a spread for sandwiches, making it an essential accompaniment in Indian kitchens. Its vibrant taste adds a burst of flavour to any dish, transforming simple snacks into a delightful experience.

Ingredients:

Method :

  1. Soak tamarind into hot water for half an hour, mash it and take out pulp (you can mash it with the help of sieve). Keep aside
  2. grind mint leaves.keep aside.

Method:

  1. Pour pulp, Jaggery and salt into pan.
  2. Boil it till it becomes little bit thick, it will take 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add mint paste and dry ginger powder, boil till your desire consistency come.
  4. Add cloves powder and black salt into it. Stir well.
  5. Now, sweet tamarind chatney is ready.
imli ki chutney
imli ki chutney
tamarind soak into hot water
tamarind soak into hot water
taking out pulp of tamarind
taking out pulp of tamarind
adding chili powder
adding chili powder
frying cloves
frying cloves
adding kala namak
adding kala namak
adding clove powder
adding clove powder
tamrind chutney
tamrind chutney

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