Khubani ki Chutney ( Apricot Dipping Sauce )

Khubani ki Chutney ( Apricot Dipping Sauce ) ... A sweet and sour chutney or dipping sauce made of dried apricots, sugar and seasonings. Serve as a dip with Rolls, Samosas, Sandwiches, Fritters or as a dressing over fruit salad.


Khubani ki Chutney ( Apricot Dipping Sauce )
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Ingredients :

• 2 cup seedless dried apricots
• 2 cup water
• 1 to 1 1/2 cup sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 tsp.  red chilli powder
• 1/4 tsp.  nigella seeds ( kalonji ), optional
• 1/4 tsp.  carom seeds ( ajwaiin )
• 1/2 tsp.  cumin seeds ( safaid zeera )
• 3 tbsp.  vinegar

Method :

• Wash the apricots and soak in a saucepan with water for 15 - 30 minutes ( depending on how dried your apricots are ).
• Place the pan on the stove top, add sugar and bring the water to a boil.
• Cook over medium heat for about 10 - 15 minutes until the apricots are soft.
• Remove from heat, let it cool down before blending to a puree.
• Transfer the puree back to the pan, add remaining ingredients.
• Cook on medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened ( about 5 minutes ).
• Transfer to a clean airtight jar or container. Let cool completely and store in refrigerator.

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