Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney
Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney balances caramelized onions and tomatoes with the bright tang of tamarind and the gentle heat of fresh red chiles. A finishing tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves adds nutty aroma and a crackling freshness. Serve alongside idli, dosa, or rice whenever you want a vibrant, tangy kick.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves3
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 25 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 50
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 49
- Inflammatory
- 35
- Performance
- 54
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a skillet, then add the cumin seeds and coriander seeds. Add the red chile peppers and fry for 1 minute. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté until it changes color, about 1 minute. Add the tomato and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the tamarind paste and turmeric powder and mix thoroughly. Cook for 1 minute. Take off the heat and let cool completely.
- 3
Move the skillet contents to a blender and season with salt. Add water as needed and blend until smooth.
- 4
Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil in a skillet and add the mustard seeds and curry leaves. Cook until the mixture splutters, then pour the tempering over the chutney. Stir to combine.
- Calories 542.82 kcal High 27%
- Protein 8.46 g Moderate 17%
- Carbohydrate 91.56 g 33%
- Total Fat 10.61 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 2.33 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.67 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 574.94 mg High 25%
- Dietary Fiber 8.68 g Good Source 31%
- Total Sugars 10.1 g --
- Added Sugars 0.28 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 395.46 mg Good Source 30%
- Iron 2.1 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 747.21 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin A 202.19 mcg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin C 71.75 mg Good Source 80%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Mustard
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spicy Onion Tamarind Chutney is made with 10 ingredients and serves 3. It takes about 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chili Pepper, Coriander Seed, Diced Tomatoes, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 542.82 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Pepper, Coriander Seed, Diced Tomatoes, Garlic, Ground Turmeric. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 542.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 10 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney healthy?
- Spicy Onion–Tamarind Chutney has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 542.82 calories and 8.46 g of protein, or 17% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 574.94 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.33 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Mustard, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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