Thursday, 12 March 2020

DATES AND RAISINS CHUTNEY

Dates And Raisins Chutney

Ingredients 
Dates - 250 gms
Raisins - 50 gms 
Chilli Powder - 2 Tsp
Ginger Garlic Paste - 1 Tsp
Salt - To Taste
Vinegar - 1 Tsp
Grated Jaggery - 2 Tsp
Coconut Oil - 2 Tbsp
Mustard Seeds - 1 Tsp
Curry Leaves - 1 sprig

Method
Soak dates and raisins for four hours
Mash a few dates and set aside 
Grind the remaining dates and raisins till soft
Heat oil in a pan 
Add mustard seeds and curry leaves 
Once they burst add ginger garlic paste
Add chilli powder and sauté till raw smell is no more
Add the mashed dates and ground paste 
Mix well and add salt to taste
Sauté in medium flame for nearly 5 minutes
Add the grated jaggery and simmer for two minutes
Switch off flame add vinegar mix and cook at room temperature 
Store in a sterilised bottle

Notes
This chutney can be used as a spread
Best side dish for Biriyani 
Adjust the amount of chilli powder to suit your taste 
Grated jaggery is optional 

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