Strawberry Tomato Chutney 🍓🍅

A beautiful sweet, tangy and mildly spicy chutney made with fresh strawberries and juicy tomatoes. This unique fusion chutney balances natural fruity sweetness with Indian spices, making it a perfect accompaniment for parathas, snacks, chaat, or even cheese boards. The jaggery adds warmth, while roasted cumin and lemon juice enhance the flavour with a refreshing zing. Quick to prepare and bursting with vibrant colour — this chutney is a delicious twist to everyday condiments.

Time

15–20 minutes

Serving

3–4 servings

Ingredients

1 cup strawberries, chopped

2 medium tomatoes, chopped

2 fresh red chillies, chopped (adjust to taste)

2–3 tbsp jaggery powder

Salt to taste

2–3 tbsp water

½ tsp roasted cumin powder

½ tsp red chilli powder

¼ tsp black salt

1 tsp lemon juice

Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Method

In a pan, add chopped strawberries, tomatoes and fresh red chillies.

Add jaggery powder, salt and 2–3 tablespoons water.

Cover and cook on medium flame until everything becomes soft and mushy.

Using a ladle, gently mash the mixture to get a chutney-like texture.

Add roasted cumin powder, red chilli powder and black salt. Mix well.

Add lemon juice and cook for another 1–2 minutes for flavours to combine.

Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander.

Allow it to cool slightly before serving.