Tomato Khejur Chutney Recipe Bengali Tomato And Date Chutney

on Jun 02, 2022, Updated Dec 21, 2023 You may like some more chutney recipes: Aam Ki Launji, Peanut Coriander Chutney, Bhang Ki Chutney, Guava Chutney, and Mint Coconut Chutney.

About Tomato Khejur Chutney

Tomato Khejur Chutney (Tomato and Date Chutney) is a traditional Bengali sweet and sour chutney made with tomatoes, soft dates, and spices. It is a popular condiment in Bengali cuisine and goes well with rice, roti, or even dal. Khejur’s unique flavor, which is sweet and slightly smoky, makes it the perfect addition to this vegan and gluten-free chutney. Tomato Date Chutney is typically made for special occasions and festivals but can be enjoyed any time!

Serving Suggestions

This chutney is traditionally served at the end of the meal to sweeten the taste buds after eating all the spicy curries. Serve it at room temperature. Spices – You will need bay leaves (tejpatta), dry red chili, and panch phoran spice mix. Make Panch Phoron using my easy recipe at home in under 5 minutes, or buy a bottle. Tomatoes – Use ripe, juicy red tomatoes to make the chutney. Dates – Use soft pitted dates to make the chutney. Others – You will also need salt, granulated white sugar, cashew nuts, and raisins. Once the oil is hot, add the following ingredients and saute for 4-5 seconds.

2 bay leaves ½ teaspoon panch phoron 1 dried red chili (broken into small pieces)

Reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 10-12 minutes until the tomatoes are mushy. Stir a few times while cooking. Add the following ingredients and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

10-12 cashew nuts 200 g pitted soft dates (chopped) ¼ cup raisins

Remove the pan from the heat and let the chutney cool to room temperature. Serve! This chutney can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can serve it with Aloo Posto, Bengali Cholar Dal, and Luchi for a traditional Bengali meal. Enjoy with roti or chapati for a quick and easy meal. Use it as a condiment for sandwiches, wraps, or plain bread. Add to your favorite curry recipe for a sweet and sour twist.