Tamarind Date Chutney

Perfect dipping sauce for samosas.

Place the sugar , dates and water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Bring to a boil and simmer for about 7-8 minutes , until the dates are very soft.

Stir in the tamarind.

Very carefully , pour the ingredients into a blender , clamp the lid down tight and blend until smooth.

Return the mixture to the pot and boil until thick enough to thinly coat the back of a spoon.

Stir in the spices and salt.

Taste for seasoning: the chutney should be equal parts sweet , salty and sour.

Add more tamarind , sugar or salt if any of these needs a boost.

Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.

dates, jaggery, water, tamarind paste, hot chili powder, ground ginger, garam masala, salt