Tomato and Sesame Chutney (Golbheda ra Til ko Achar) गोलभेडा र तिल को अचार

Tomato chutney with sesame is a traditional sauce that is widely used in Nepal. The chutney provides a spicy, acidic balance to dishes, helping to add depth and complexity to their flavours. The chutney is easy to prepare making it a convenient choice when you are short on time. However, if you would like to try a classic momo achar recipe, you can find it here.

What exactly is Tomato and Sesame Chutney?

Nepali tomato chutney is a classic and versatile sauce that is commonly used in Nepali cuisine. In Nepali cooking, sauces like these are essential and can make or break a dish. The tomato chutney is made with sesame seeds, which give it a distinctive texture and toasty warmth. The tart sweetness of tomato is balanced out by the flavor of garlic, ginger, and chili, which helps to add depth and complexity to the overall taste of the chutney.

How do Nepali people eat Tomato and Sesame Chutney

It is typically served as a dipping sauce and pairs well with a variety of dishes, including meat dishes, momos, and fried snacks like samosas. I personally love eating this chutney with just plain basmatic rice and a fried egg.

Tips and Pearls

1. The type and ripeness of the tomatoes you use can significantly impact the flavour of the chutney. It is important to keep this in mind when following a recipe, and to feel free to add your own twist and personality to the dish. To help balance out the flavor of the tomato, you can add a little sugar or lemon juice to the chutney. Use the recipes provided as a guide, but don't be afraid to make adjustments and experiment to find the perfect combination of flavours for your taste.
   2. It is important to make the spice paste before adding any tomatoes as the liquid from the tomato will make it hard to grind everything evenly.

Serve with suggestions

Tomato and sesame chutney is a delicious and versatile sauce that pairs well with a variety of dishes. Some suggestions for serving it include:

• Momos: This traditional Nepali dumpling is a perfect match for the spicy and acidic flavors of the chutney.
• Chicken Sekuwa: The chutney adds a bold and flavorful contrast to the savory chicken skewers.
• Aloo Chop: These spiced potato fritters are a popular snack in Nepal, and the chutney adds a nice spicy kick to the dish.
• Pakora: These crispy, fried snack balls are a perfect match for the chutney's bold flavours.

Remember to adjust the recipe to your personal taste and to use the chutney as a dipping sauce or to add flavour to the main dish. Enjoy!

Suggested Alterations

There are a few simple ways you can alter the flavour of the tomato and sesame chutney to suit your personal taste. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Add finely chopped coriander: This will give the chutney a fresh, herbal flavour and add some additional texture.
2. Add lemon grass paste: This will give the chutney a distinct citrus flavour and a slightly more fragrant aroma.
3. Add crushed peanuts instead of sesame seeds: This will give the chutney a nutty flavour and a slightly different texture.
4. Add finely chopped mint: This will give the chutney a refreshing, cool flavour and add some additional depth to the overall taste.

Freezer Instructions

To freeze and store tomato and sesame chutney, follow these instructions:

1. Spoon the chutney into ice cube trays, making sure to leave enough space at the top to allow the chutney to expand as it freezes.
2. Once the chutney has set in the ice cube trays, carefully remove the cubes of chutney and place them in freezer bags.
3. Label the bags with the date and contents, and then place them in the freezer.
4. To use the chutney, simply remove however many cubes you need from the freezer and defrost them in the refrigerator or at room temperature.

The chutney will keep well in the freezer for several months, making it a convenient and flavorful ingredient to have on hand. Enjoy!

Tomato and Sesame Chutney (Golbheda ra Til ko Achar) गोलभेडा र तिल को अचार

Tomato and sesame chutney is a traditional sauce that is widely used in Nepal. It is typically served as a dipping sauce that pairs with a variety of dishes. The chutney provides a spicy, acidic balance to dishes, helping to add depth and complexity to their flavours. The chutney is easy to prepare making it a convenient choice when you are short on time.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course Chutney, Dip

Cuisine nepal

Servings 6

Calories 88 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 5 tomato medium sized
• 4 tablespoon Sesame Seed Toasted and crushed
• ½ teaspoon Timmur (Nepali sichuan pepper)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger Paste
• 4 cloves Garlic Paste
• 2 Chillies
• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

 

Heat the tomato

• Cut the tomato into halves. Microwave the tomatoes for 5 minutes. Alternatively heat up a pan add 3 tablespoon of water to pan add the tomatoes and cover then cook for 5 minutes. Let it cool then peel off the skin.

Make spice paste

• Preheat a pan over medium heat. Add sesame seeds to the pan and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown. Remove the seeds from the pan and let them cool.
• Once the seeds are cool grind it to a paste. You can either place them in a blender or use mortar and pestle.
• Add ginger, garlic and chillies and crush into a paste.

  It is important to make this paste before adding any tomatoes as the liquid from the tomato will make it hard to grind everything evenly.

Blend all ingredients together

• Add the cooked tomato, timmur and salt to the mix and grind together until a smooth consistency achieved. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 204mgPotassium: 351mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1006IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg

Keyword achar, chutney

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