Tamarind date chutney is a popular Indian condiment served with Indian appetizers like samosa, chaat, and other finger foods. It is vegan and gluten-free. Check out this easy recipe to make this delicious tamarind chutney with tamarind concentrate.
Put all the ingredients from the "for cooking" list into the Instant Pot liner.
Close and lock the lid with the pressure release valve in the sealing position.
Cook on high-pressure mode for 5 minutes.
Let the pressure release naturally.
Open the lid and blend the chutney with an immersion hand blender.
Check if the chutney is of desired consistency. If it is too thick, add some water and cook on the saute mode for about 5 minutes. If it is too thin then cook on the saute mode until it thickens.
Add the roasted cumin seeds powder and mix well.
Transfer to a serving bowl and allow it to cool down.
Making tamarind dates chutney on the stove top
Put all the ingredients from the "for cooking" list in a saucepan.
Cook on medium heat for about 10-12 minutes or until the dates have softened.
Turn off the heat.
Blend the mixture with an immersion hand blender or in a blender like Vitamix to a smooth chutney.
Check if the chutney is of desired consistency. If it is too thick, add some water and cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes. If it is too thin then cook on until it thickens to desired consistency.
Add the roasted cumin seeds powder and mix well.
Transfer to a serving bowl and allow it to cool down.