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Tomato Hara Choley Chutney Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup boiled chickpeas (choley)
- 1 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 2 green chilies, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp oil

Special equipment needed:
- Blender or food processor

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and fennel seeds.
2. Once the seeds start to crackle, add chopped tomatoes and green chilies.
3. Cook the tomatoes until they become soft and mushy.
4. Add boiled chickpeas and salt to the pan and mix well.
5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the chickpeas are coated with the tomato mixture.
6. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down.
7. Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor.
8. Add chopped coriander leaves to the blender and blend until smooth.
9. Transfer the chutney to a serving bowl.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
No specific temperature required.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 5g
- Fiber: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned chickpeas instead of boiled chickpeas.
- If you don't have fresh coriander leaves, you can use dried coriander powder.

Variations:
- You can add ginger and garlic to the tomato mixture for extra flavor.
- You can add lemon juice to the chutney for a tangy taste.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cook the tomatoes until they become soft and mushy.
- You can adjust the amount of green chilies according to your taste preference.
- You can add a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors.

Storage instructions:
- You can store the chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- You can reheat the chutney in a microwave or on a stovetop.

Presentation ideas:
- You can serve the chutney in a small bowl or on a platter.
- You can garnish the chutney with fresh coriander leaves.

Garnishes:
- Fresh coriander leaves

Pairings:
- This chutney goes well with Indian snacks like samosas, pakoras, and chaat.

Suggested side dishes:
- You can serve this chutney with naan bread or roti.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chutney is too thick, you can add a little water to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the tomatoes and coriander leaves thoroughly before using them.

Food history:
- Hara Choley Chutney is a popular Indian chutney that originated in the northern region of India.

Flavor profiles:
- This chutney has a tangy and spicy flavor with a hint of sweetness.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve this chutney as a dip or a side dish with your favorite Indian snacks.

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Region: Indian

Taste: Tangy, Spicy, Savory, Sour, Aromatic