**Date Chutney: A Sweet and Savory Condiment with Endless Possibilities**
From the bustling markets of India to the kitchens of adventurous home cooks worldwide, date chutney stands as a testament to the culinary magic that can be created from simple ingredients. This delectable condiment, crafted from sweet and succulent dates, bursts with a symphony of flavors that range from sweet to tangy, with a hint of spice that adds a delightful kick. Whether you're seeking a versatile accompaniment to your favorite dishes or a unique ingredient to elevate your culinary creations, date chutney is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of date chutney recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From the classic South Indian date chutney, bursting with the vibrant flavors of tamarind and jaggery, to the innovative fusion of dates with roasted red peppers and chipotle, these recipes offer a culinary journey that will transport you to different corners of the world.
Dive into the rich history of date chutney, discover its versatility as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce, and learn the art of creating this delectable condiment in the comfort of your own kitchen. Let's embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the world of date chutney, one recipe at a time.
DATE CHUTNEY
Serve this sweet-sour sauce with chicken, pork loin, or Brandied Ham.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 20m
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown at edges, 3 minutes. Add mustard seeds and cook, stirring, until beginning to pop, 1 minute. Add remaining ingredients and 1/2 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 6 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g
TAMARILLO AND DATE CHUTNEY (NEW ZEALAND)
This chutney is our favourite and is a great tasty accompaniment to cold cuts of meat such as chicken and beef and is also vert tasty with cheese and crackers especially Brie and Camembert. I compiled this recipe myself with experimenting with tamarillos.
Provided by Jenny in New Zealand
Categories Chutneys
Time 2h30m
Yield 2 litres approx
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Slice tamarillos in half lengthwise and place in microwave dish and cook for five minutes.
- This enables one to remove skins with ease.
- (Depending on size of dish this will take several lots to microwave the 24 tamarillos).
- Place all ingredients in a large pot or preserving pan and bring to the boil stirring frquently.
- Simmer covered stirring frequently for approximately 2 hours or until thick.
- Pour into hot sterilised jars and cover when cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2771.7, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 223.4, Carbohydrate 707.5, Fiber 26.8, Sugar 650.3, Protein 8.4
TAMARIND AND DATE CHUTNEY
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the tamarind and 1 cup of the water over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Occasionally stir with a fork to break up the pulp. Remove from the heat, cover, and set aside to steep and further soften for 5 minutes, or until the tamarind solids have expanded. When you stir the mixture, the pulp should easily combine with the water.
- Position a coarse-mesh sieve over a bowl and pour in the tamarind mixture. Using a rubber spatula or metal spoon, vigorously stir and press the solids against the mesh to force as much of the pulp through as possible. If necessary, return the pulp to the saucepan, add some of the already-strained liquid, stir to loosen up more of the pulp, and then work it through the sieve again. When the pulp is spent, discard the fibrous left overs. The resulting liquid will resemble chocolate cake batter. You should have 2/3 to 3/4 cup.
- Combine the tamarind liquid, dates, the remaining 1/3 cup water, the brown sugar, salt, and cayenne in a food processor. Process to a smooth, thick texture. Occasionally pause the machine and scrape down the sides. The ideal texture is thick enough to mound on a spoon, but you can add extra water for a thinner sauce. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the cumin for a pungent finish. Taste and adjust the flavors, as necessary, especially if you thinned the chutney. Set aside for a few hours for the flavors to blend and bloom. Serve, refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for a month.
TAMARIND-DATE CHUTNEY
Serve this chutney with our Spice-Rubbed Grilled Salmon.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the cumin seeds in a small, dry skillet over medium heat. Shake the skillet gently to move the seeds as they toast so they don't burn; continue until aromatic, about 5 minutes. Transfer seeds to a spice grinder, and grind to a fine powder.
- Place the dates in the bowl of a food processor; process until finely chopped. Remove and discard any seeds to make 3 tablespoons tamarind concentrate. Add concentrate, ginger, and ground cumin to food processor. Add 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water, or enough to make the mixture a spreadable consistency. Process until smooth. Add the cayenne and salt; adjust to taste.
TAMARIND-DATE CHUTNEY
This sweet and sour chutney works well with anything. I like it with Chaat Masala.
Provided by vburrito
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Chutney Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the dates, water, tamarind concentrate, cayenne pepper, and salt in a blender; blend until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 291.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
SPICE- CRUSTED PORK TENDERLOINS WITH BANANA- DATE CHUTNEY
This is fantastic! The tenderloins alone are delicious, but the chutney puts them over the top. The bananas and dates give the chutney such a rich sweetness, and the crushed red pepper offsets with a nice kick. I was having a problem imagining how the flavors would come together, but was curious enough to try it. I am glad I did, and I can imagine the chutney being a nice accompaniment to a variety of dishes. Adapted from License to Grill by Chris Schlesinger and John Willoughby.
Provided by GaylaJ
Categories Chutneys
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Chutney:.
- In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking; add the onions and saute', stirring occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes, until soft.
- Add the ginger and dates and saute' for 1 minute more, stirring a couple of times; add the bananas, red pepper flakes, molasses, and lemon juice, bring to a boil and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated (about 7-10 minutes).
- Remove from heat, stir in the mint, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Tenderloins:.
- Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
- Combine olive oil, garlic, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, and cinnamon and mix well; coat tenderloins generously with this mixture.
- Grill over a hot fire, turning once or twice, until they develop a nice brown, crusty sear on the outside (about 5 minutes); once they are well seared, move to a side of the grill where the heat is low.
- Cook, turning occasionally, for 10 to 12 minutes (mine took longer, but they were on the large side for tenderloins); the meat should be light pink in the center.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes; slice on the bias and serve with Banana-Date Chutney.
- Note: The chutney will keep, covered and refrigerated, for about a week.
PLUM-DATE CHUTNEY
Found this recipe in the paper, and am posting here for the coming plum season as I am always looking for fantastic new ways to use up the excess of plum's. Please note -- I am guessing the times as I have not made this yet. The serving size will also depend on the size of the jars you use.
Provided by Tisme
Categories Plums
Time 1h
Yield 3 jars
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add together plums, dates, raisins and carrot and place ina saucepan with vinegar and boil gently, until quite soft.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer gently, stirring often, until thick and creamy.
- Bottle in sterilised jars and seal well. N.B -- If you prefer mild chutney, use less chili powder.
Tips
- Choose ripe, soft dates for a sweeter chutney.
- If you don't have tamarind paste, you can use lemon juice or vinegar instead.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chili pepper to taste.
- For a spicier chutney, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- If you want a smoother chutney, blend it until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve date chutney with samosas, pakoras, or grilled meats.
Conclusion
Date chutney is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to add flavor to your meals, give date chutney a try!
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