பேரீச்சம்பழ சட்னி - Sweet & Spicy Dates Chutney - Srilankan Dates Chutney Recipe

dates

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried figs provide similar sweetness and texture.

coconut

🥗Healthier: coconut flour

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Shredded coconut is more accessible and still adds flavor.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity without the cost of tamarind.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Jalapeños offer heat at a lower price point.

Soak dates in warm water for 10 minutes until softened.

Blend soaked dates with vinegar until smooth.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they pop, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies; sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Mix in curry leaves and cook for another minute.

Combine the date mixture with the sautéed ingredients in the pan.

Add sugar and salt; stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool before serving.

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