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Tomato Pachadi (Andhra-Style Chutney)

South Indian Andhra-style tomato pachadi is easy to make. Its spicy, sweet, and smoky flavor make it a perfect chutney for dosa or idli!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 61 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Asian , Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable ghee , clarified butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp urad dal
  • 1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 2 whole kashmiri red chilies , (See Note 1)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground asafoetida (hing)
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
  • 12 fresh curry leaves
  • 1 tbsp tamarind paste , (See Note 2)

Instructions

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  1. Make the tadka: Heat oil in a skillet over medium low heat. Add mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop. Turn heat to low and add the urad dal; cook until golden brown.
  2. Add fenugreek seeds, kashmiri red chilies (dried, broken into pieces), salt, and asafoetida. Stir until the chilies slightly darken. (Watch closely so they do not burn).
  3. Add chopped tomatoes and curry leaves; cook on low 5 minutes, stirring often. The tomatoes should soften and become mushy. Turn off the heat, stir in seedless tamarind paste and allow the tomato pachadi to cool slightly.
  4. Using a stick (immersion) blender, food processor or blender, pulse ingredients to a smooth consistency, slowly adding up to 1/3 cup water as needed. Season to taste with salt or lime juice.
  5. Use as a dipping sauce for vegetable pakora, dosa or idli.

Notes

  • You can substitute 1 teaspoon kashmiri chili powder for the whole chiles. If you can't get kashmiri red chili powder, a good substitute is 3/4 tsp smoked paprika plus 1/4 tsp cayenne powder.
  • You can substitute the tamarind paste with 1 tablespoon lime juice and 1 tablespoon sugar.

Nutrition Information

Calories 61kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 295mg (12%) Potassium 170mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 647IU (13%) Vitamin C 68mg (76%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 61

% Daily Value*

Calories 61kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 295mg 12%
Potassium 170mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 647IU 13%
Vitamin C 68mg 76%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.