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Tomato and Onion Chutney
Preparation info
- Yield: About 1 quart , enough for
6 to 8
Side-dish Servings - Difficulty
Easy
Appears in
Published 1991
The combination of onions and tomatoes is an Indian favorite. Each region—and even each cook—stamps a unique identity on the mixture by using different spices, and sometimes yogurt, grated coconut, or nuts. This version is one of the simplest and most popular.
Ingredients
| red onions, thinly sliced |
Method
- Soak the onion slices for 1 hour in ice water to give them crunch and attenuate their flavor.
- Heat the tomatoes in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, and stir until they thicken into a sauce. Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro, lemon juice, chiles, and salt.
- Within an hour of serving, drain the onions, spin them dry in a lett