Onion Tomato Chutney
Ingredients
1 med. onion1 med tomato4-5 clovettes garlic1 tbsp. coriander leaves1 tbsp. gram dal soaked for 1 hour 1 3" piece tamarind broken1 sprig curry leaves1/2" piece ginger 1 tsp.red chilli powder salt to taste1/2 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds1 tbsp. oil
Method
Heat the 1 tbsp. Oil add to the other ingredients except seasoning.Grind either on stone, or in electric stone grinder, or in a mixie.Transfer to a serving bowl.Heat oil in a small crucible, add the seeds and asafoetida..When they splutter, add to the chutney.Mix gently.Serve with parathas, dosas, idlis, or just plain bread or toast.
Note:
Reduce or increase the chilli content as per taste.
Seasoning:
1 tsp. oil1/2 tsp. mustard seeds1/2 tsp. cumin seeds1 pinch asafoetida.