make khatti meethi chutney

Khatti Meethi Chutney is a popular Indian chutney made with tamarind and jaggery. It is commonly served with snacks like Samosa, Chaat, Dahi Puri, and Pakora. It has a delicious balance of sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy flavors.

Ingredients

½ cup **Tamarind pulp

½ cup Jaggery (or sugar)

2 cups water

½ teaspoon Red Chili Powder

½ teaspoon Roasted Cumin Powder

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon Black Salt

1 teaspoon Ginger Powder (optional)

Step-by-Step Recipe

1. Prepare Tamarind Pulp

Soak tamarind in warm water for about 15–20 minutes. Mash it well and strain the mixture to get smooth tamarind pulp.

2. Cook the Chutney

Pour the tamarind pulp into a pan and add water and jaggery. Heat the mixture on medium flame.

3. Add Spices

Add red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, salt, and black salt. Stir the mixture well so all spices combine properly.

4. Simmer the Mixture

Cook the chutney for 10–15 minutes until it becomes slightly thick and glossy.

5. Cool and Store

Let the chutney cool completely. Store it in a clean glass jar in the refrigerator.

Tips for Perfect Khatti Meethi Chutney

✔ Adjust jaggery to control sweetness.

✔ Add dates paste for richer flavor.

✔ Make it thicker by cooking longer.

✔ Store in the fridge for 2–3 weeks.

Foods to Eat With This Chutney

This chutney tastes amazing with:

Samosa

Chaat

Aloo Tikki

Pakora

Pure Curd

✅ Result: You get a delicious sweet, tangy, and spicy chutney that enhances the flavor of many Indian snacks.