Date Chutney Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Remove seeds from dates, grind them and set aside.
2. 2
   Grind the chilies, garlic, ginger, and half the amount of the vinegar and set aside.
3. 3
   Make a syrup of sugar and remaining vinegar.
4. 4
   Add in grnd ingredients and salt.
5. 5
   Boil together till thick.
6. 6
   Let it cold, then add in dates and store covered, in the refrigerator.
7. 7
   Variation: For Tomato Chutney, use 1 lb.
8. 8
   fresh tomatoes, increase sugar to 2 c., and reduce vinegar to 1 c.. Keep all remaining ingredients in the same proportions.