Tamarind & Date Chutney recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDishoom CarnabyTamarind & Date Chutney Recipe

Tamarind & Date Chutney Recipe

Inspired by Dishoom Carnaby
Time40m
Serves8

A tangy and sweet chutney made with rich tamarind and succulent dates, perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes.

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Ingredients

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Chutney Ingredients

Method

Chutney Preparation

  1. 1

    Soak Tamarind

    In a bowl, soak the tamarind pulp in warm water for about 15 minutes until it softens. Once softened, extract the pulp and discard the seeds.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine the tamarind pulp, chopped dates, brown sugar, and water. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.

  3. 3

    Cook the Mixture

    Heat the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.

  4. 4

    Add Spices

    Once the chutney has thickened, add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, salt, black salt, and grated ginger. Stir well to combine.

  5. 5

    Cool and Store

    Remove the chutney from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. The chutney can be served chilled or at room temperature.

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