East African Tomato Chutney

Name: East African Tomato Chutney
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 cups cherry tomatoes or 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved; 1/2 small white onion, minced; 1 green onion, white and little part of green,chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 jalapeno pepper, minced; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/2-1 teaspoon salt, to taste

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⏱ 35 mins 🍽 4 serving(s) 🏷 Chutneys

This robust East African condiment brings a burst of flavour to your table. Made with fresh tomatoes, herbs, and a touch of jalapeno, it's a versatile accompaniment for grilled meats, curries, or as a topping for pasta and baked potatoes. The recipe is straightforward, requiring just a short simmer before the fresh ingredients are folded in. Allowing it to rest lets the flavours develop fully for a truly delicious result.

Ingredients

2 cups cherry tomatoes or 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 small white onion, minced
1 green onion, white and little part of green,chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2-1 teaspoon salt, to taste

Method

Place the halved cherry or grape tomatoes into a saucepan with approximately 2 tbsp. of water.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes until the tomatoes have softened and begun to break down.
Take the pan off the heat and mix in the minced onions, chopped cilantro, parsley, jalapeno, lemon juice and salt.
Allow the chutney to sit for around an hour so the flavours can combine, then serve, ideally at room temperature.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium296600 mg

Recipe details

CategoryChutneys

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