Momos chutney or Red chili dipping sauce - Momos chutney served with Momos is so delicious and easy to make at home. There are so many variations based upon the region to make Momo chutney. I am sharing a version of momos chutney that requires blanching tomatoes and roasting garlic before blending to a smooth paste.

Momos chutney or Red chili dipping sauce - Momos chutney served with Momos is so delicious and easy to make at home. There are so many variations based upon the region to make Momo chutney. I am sharing a version of momos chutney that requires blanching tomatoes and roasting garlic before blending to a smooth paste.

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes
Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 2
• Garlic - 7- 8 medium cloves
• Red chilies - 3-4 or as per taste
• Soy sauce - 1/4 tsp (optional)
• Vinegar - 1 tsp
• Sugar - 1 tsp
• Oil – 1 1/2 tbsp
• Salt - to taste

Method:

1. In a pan boil 2 cups water. Place whole tomatoes and red chili in it and cook for 5 to 6 minutes.

2. When tomatoes skins are coming out then turn off the heat. Drain water and cool the tomato and red chilies

3. Heat 1/2 tbsp oil in a pan, add the garlic cloves and sauté for a min. Turn off heat and keep it aside.

4. Once the tomato and red chilies reach room temperature, peel the tomato and discard the skin. Blend the peeled tomato along with red chilies, roasted garlic, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and salt to a smooth paste. Add some water to make a smooth paste.

5. Heat a tbsp of oil in a pan, add the ground paste and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly so that it does not burn.

6. Turn off heat, remove in a serving bowl and serve with Momos.