Nimbu Chatni (Date And Lemon Chutney)

Nimbu Chatni (Date And Lemon Chutney)

Course :	Chutney
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	1

Ingredients:

8	ounces	pitted dates -- cut into quarters
2	tablespoons	frozen or fresh grated coconut -- (unsweetened)
1/4	cup	fresh lemon juice
2	tablespoons	fresh ginger root -- finely chopped
1	tablespoons	fresh cilantro -- finely chopped
1/2	teaspoon	fennel seeds
1/8	teaspoon	cayenne pepper -- or to taste
2	tablespoons	onion -- finely chopped
1/8	teaspoon	salt and freshly ground black pepper -- to taste

Preparation:

Rub the fennel seeds briskly between the palms of your hands in order to bruise them and to release their aroma. Combine all ingredients in a serving bowl and mix to combine thoroughly. Serve at once or cover tightly and refrigerate for no longer than 2 or 3 days. Makes about 1+1/2 cups (375 ml).