Spicy Tomato Sesame Chutney

This delicious spicy chutney can be an accompaniment to Tibetan style dumplings.

Ingredients:

1 Tablespoon sesame oil

2 cloves of garlic, minced

1/2 inch ginger, minced

3 dried red chili (adjust to taste)

3 Tablespoons sesame seeds

1 Cup chopped onion (red preferred)

1 Cup tomato, diced

2 Tablespoons soy sauce

salt to taste

1/4 Cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Cup water

Method:

1. Dry roast sesame seeds. Keep aside.

2. Heat oil in the same skillet over medium. Saute garlic and ginger for about 2 minutes. Add red chili pepper and give a quick saute for about a minute. 

3. Add onion. Cook till translucent. Next add chopped tomatoes. Cook until juicy, about 5 minutes.

Remove from stove. Allow to cool.

4. Transfer to a blender. Add soy sauce, lemon juice, and water. Blend to a smooth chutney. Check for salt and add as required. Transfer to a container. Serve with dumplings. 

Note:

You can substitute crushed red pepper for red chili.