Onion Tomato Chutney (Version 2)

We can make Onion Tomato Chutneys in so many ways by giving slight variation and this one is the easiest. Adding Split Dhalia gives a wonderful taste to the chutney. My mom used to make this chutney for Dosa and I love it. Here is the recipe for the simple Onion Tomato Chutney.

Time of Preparation : 15 minutes
No of Servings : 2 to 4
Spice level : 3
Ingredients:

• Red Onion (medium size) – 1 (chopped)
• Tomato – 1 cup (chopped)
• Red Chillies – 4
• Split Dhalia – 2 tbsp
• Salt – to taste
• Oil – 1 tbsp
• Garlic – 1 clove (optional)
• Green Chilly – 1 (optional)

For Seasoning:

• Mustard Seeds – 1/4 tsp
• Curry leaves – a few
• Oil – 1 tsp

Method of Preparation:

1. Heat oil in a pan and fry the red chillies followed by the onions.
2. Fry till they become translucent and add the garlic and chopped tomatoes.
3. Add the salt and fry till they become soft.
4. Let it cool and grind it along with the split dhalia.
5. Grind it to a coarse paste and season it with mustard seeds and curry leaves.