Jamie Oliver Green Tomato Chutney

Jamie Oliver’s Green Tomato Chutney is one of the best and easiest Indian green tomato recipes you’ll ever try. This easy Green Tomato Chutney is made with ripe green tomatoes, garlic, ginger, green chilies, sesame seed oil, and a blend of spices like black mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and urad daal. 

This quick recipe only takes about 30 minutes to prepare and can yield one jar of delicious chutney.

Green Tomato Chutney Ingredients

• 500g ripe green tomatoes
• 10 cloves of garlic
• 2.5cm piece of ginger
• 2 fresh green chilies
• Sesame seed oil
• 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon urad daal
• 1 teaspoon caster sugar
• Sea salt

How To Make Green Tomato Chutney

1. Preparation: Peel and finely chop the garlic and ginger, then finely chop the chilies. Use a pestle and mortar to form a paste from these ingredients.
2. Tomato Prep: Make a cut on the top of each tomato and soak it in freshly boiled water for 30 minutes. After soaking, peel and finely chop the tomatoes.
3. Cooking Tomatoes: In a pan over low heat, cook the chopped tomatoes for 10 to 12 minutes to remove moisture. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
4. Spice Infusion: Heat 4 tablespoons of sesame seed oil in the same pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and urad daal. Once they sizzle, add the prepared paste.
5. Final Cooking: Add the cooked tomatoes to the pan. Cook for another 5 to 10 minutes. Add a teaspoon of sea salt and caster sugar, and mix well.

How Long Does Green Tomato Chutney Last 

Green Tomato Chutney can be stored in an airtight container and will keep well in the fridge for 4 to 5 days.

Can You Freeze Green Tomatoes Chutney 

Yes, you can freeze Green Tomato Chutney. Once the chutney has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to an airtight, freezer-safe container. Make sure to leave about an inch of space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing. 

Properly stored, the chutney can last in the freezer for up to 6 months. When you’re ready to use it, thaw the chutney in the fridge overnight.

What To Do With Green Tomato Chutney 

Green Tomato Chutney is really handy to have around. Here are some easy ways to use it:

1. On Toast: Spread it on warm bread for a quick snack.
2. With Cheese: Put it next to cheese for a tasty mix.
3. On Meat: Use it as a side when you grill chicken, pork, or beef.
4. With Curry: It goes great with naan bread and any curry.
5. On Burgers: Add a spoonful to your burger for extra flavor.
6. As a Dip: Dip fries or veggie sticks in it.
7. In Salad: Mix it with olive oil for a quick salad dressing.
8. In Rice: Stir it into cooked rice to make it tastier.

Can You Mix Red And Green Tomatoes In Chutney 

Yes, you can mix red and green tomatoes in chutney. Using both will give you a mix of sweet and tangy flavors. Just follow the same recipe and use half red and half green tomatoes.

Can You Freeze Green Tomatoes To Make Chutney Later 

Yes, you can freeze green tomatoes to make chutney later. Wash and slice the tomatoes, then lay them flat on a baking sheet to freeze. Once they’re frozen, put them in a zip-top freezer bag. 

Green Tomato Chutney can last up to 12 months in the freezer. When you’re ready to make chutney, you can use the frozen Green tomatoes directly in the recipe, no need to thaw them.

Green Tomato Chutney Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)

• Calories: 32
• Total Fat: 0.1g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 65mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 8g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.4g
• Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 0.3g

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