Showing posts with label Condiments. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Condiments. Show all posts

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Cilantro and Sweet Tamarind Chutneys

From the Chopping Block class. As I mentioned, I don't think that I'll be buying jarred chutneys again. These were really easy. The tamarind one was outstanding (even better when warm) and I think you could pump up the cayenne on it to get a really amazing bite.

CILANTRO CHUTNEY

4 cups cilantro leaves washed and chopped (approximately 2 bunches) 1-2 green chilies (optional)
1 cup flaked coconut, unsweetened
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup warm water (as needed)

In a blender add all the ingredients to make a smooth paste. Add water slowly as needed to keep the blender running.

SWEET TAMARIND CHUTNEY

2 tablespoons ghee
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
Pinch cayenne
Salt to taste
1 cup tamarind concentrate
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup raisins, prunes or dates
3/4 cup water

Heat a saute pan over medium heat and add ghee. Saute the cumin seeds and mustard seeds until they pop. Add the rest of the
ingredients. Bring to a boil and cook on low heat for 5 minutes. Cool slightly and puree. The consistency should be thick and
smooth. Taste for seasoning.