Ingredients
1 small-ball-sized tamarind
6-7 khajoors (dried dates) deseeded & broken
3 tbsp. jaggery
1tsp. finely chopped mint leaves
1 tsp. finely chopped coriander leaves
1/4 tsp. red chilli powder
1/2 tsp. cuminseed powder
3-4 pinches black salt
salt to taste
1 tbsp. crushed woodapple (optional)
1 tbsp. onion finely chopped
Method
- Boil together tamarind, jaggery and dates, with a little water.
- Cook till dates turn soft. Cool in a plate.
- Blend in a mixie till smooth, strain.
- Boil again till mixture coats back of spoon.
- Cool in a large plate to room temperature.
- Add all other ingredients. Mix well.
- Add 1 chopped green chilli to make it spicier if desired.
- Chill for an hour before serving.
- Serve as a dip with veggie fingers, soup sticks, frankies, etc.
Making time: 25 minutes
Makes: 1 1/2 cups
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