Lemon and dates contribute to good health,aids

in fat loss, hosts a number of vitamins and

nutrients ,a good alkaliser …and has many

points to health benefits if you research on it.

Today it’s a chutney recipe with a blend of

marinated lemons and dates.

Like a sweetened pickle,these chutneys can be

stored and served.

Good to serve with any rice ,biriyanis,pulao..

Now to the recipe.

INGREDIENTS

12 lemons cut as shown in the photo

1 cup rock salt

2 tbsp chopped ginger

12-15 cloves garlic

15 red chillies

200 gm dates

2 tbsp cummin seeds

1 cup vinegar

1/4 cup sugar  ( or equal weight of lemons after

marination).

METHOD

Wash lemons,wipe dry , cut as shown in photo.

Press rock salt on each cut lemon .

Put in a glass jar , and store for 4-5 days .

After 5 days remove the lemon and mince

coarsely with dates .

Grind the chillies,ginger,garlic,cummin seeds in

a little vinegar.

Next mix the remaining ingredients and cook

on a slow flame till thick.

Pour into sterilised jars .