Tangy, sweet, and spicy! This mouth-watering green tomato chutney is made with summer's best raw-tart tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, and a hint of sweetness. With so many ways to enjoy this piquant chutney, go ahead and make a double batch with this easy recipe.
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When I first discovered this recipe, I thought it was a genius idea to use up those excess tomatoes and make this finger-licking delicious chutney.
I do not think of chutneys until I get to spend some time with my mom. She has a treasure of chutney recipes, and I am always surprised to see the ease with which she makes them. Just a little bit of chutney on your plate, and it takes the meal to a completely different level.
My friend Yuko has been generously delivering me all kinds of vegetables from her organic veggie garden. When I mentioned to her about my mom's green tomato chutney, she promptly dropped off some fresh green tomatoes. If you have an abundance of green tomatoes and are looking for recipes, do give this a try!
This easy green tomato chutney comes together with just a few basic ingredients; jalapeños and brown sugar perfectly balance the tang of the tomatoes. While I love the convenience of the Instant Pot, I’ve also shared an easy stovetop method if you prefer to make it the traditional way!
My boys, who are not much into chutneys, thought this was a yummier version of salsa verde. They scooped up the chutney with chips!
Instant Pot Green Tomato Chutney
Note: Stovetop instructions in recipe card notes.
Turn Instant Pot to sauté(more) mode and heat oil. Add mustard seeds and allow them to crackle. This may take 2-3 minutes. Add asafetida, turmeric, jalapeños, green tomatoes, and salt. Give a quick stir. Add brown sugar photos (1 - 4).
Close Instant Pot with pressure valve set to sealing. Pressure Cook for 5 minutes followed by quick release or natural pressure release. Open Instant Pot and set to sauté mode. Mash the tomatoes, cook for 2 minutes stirring frequently. Garnish with chopped cilantro. photos (5 - 6).
How to serve green tomato chutney
- Scoop with tortilla chips
- Spread on sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce wraps
- Serve over grilled chicken or fish
- Serve with fresh flatbreads or parathas
This simple Green Tomato Chutney recipe is sure to kick your taste buds. Here is the quick and delicious green tomato chutney cooked in Instant Pot:
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Recipe
Green Tomato Chutney - Instant Pot
Recipe Video
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
- ¼ teaspoon asafetida optional
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1-2 jalapeños
- 4 green tomatoes roughly chopped (around 2 pounds)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or jaggery
Instructions
- Turn Instant Pot to sauté(more) mode and heat oil. Add mustard seeds and allow them to crackle. This may take 2-3 minutes. Add asafetida, turmeric, jalapeños, green tomatoes, and salt.
- Give a quick stir. Add brown sugar. Close Instant Pot with pressure valve set to sealing.
- Pressure Cook (low pressure) for 5 minutes followed by quick release or natural pressure release.
- Open Instant Pot and set to sauté mode. Mash the tomatoes using a masher, cook for 2 minutes stirring frequently. Garnish with chopped cilantro. Mix well and enjoy!
Notes
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add mustard seeds and let them crackle (about 2 to 3 minutes).
- Add a pinch of asafetida, turmeric, chopped jalapeños, chopped green tomatoes, and salt. Stir well.
- Add brown sugar and mix. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and fully cooked. Stir occasionally.
- Once the tomatoes are cooked, mash them gently with a masher. Continue to cook uncovered for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chutney thickens.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro. Mix and enjoy!
Nutrition
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Update Notes: This recipe was originally posted in 2017, but was updated in Aug of 2019 with a stove top recipe as well as new photos and tips.
Hans Susser says
Great recipe.
Thank you 🙂
Hans.
Archana says
Thank you Hans!
Archana says
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Kowsy says
I started following you recently and getting inspired every day to make healthy and fast tasty meals for my family
Archana says
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Francine says
I do not have an instant pot. How to I adapt this recipe? Thank you.
Archana says
Hi Francine, This recipe can be easily adapted as a stove top recipe. Simply dice the tomatoes into small cubes so they cook in 5 to 10 minutes. Simply cook covered after adding tomatoes and add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water as needed while stirring it a couple of times. Let me know if you have any questions.
Francine says
Thank you!
Sara says
This is absolutely delicious! Love the flavors--this is a go-to. Is there any way to can or keep this longer than green tomato season?
Archana says
Hi Sara, although I have not tried canning this, I feel if you store in dry, air tight glass jars this chutney should last for a long time in the refrigerator. I am glad you enjoyed the flavors.
Rose Galante says
Loved this recipe and flavors. Once my green tomatoes were gone I tried the same with reds and it was great too. Use both on everything for an extra kick and depth of flavor. Thanks so much for publishing it.
Rose G
Archana says
You are most welcome! My mom does make the same with red tomatoes too! You can also add yellow onions to the red tomato chutney.
Jeremiah Dukes says
Nice recipe！I love the flavor and the consistency of the green tomatoes! I have another way to cook green tomatoes other than deep frying them.
Archana says
Thank you!
Mariya says
This looks delicious. Can I ask how much the four tomatoes weighed? I had to pick the last of the tomatoes from my garden early due to the cold and they are all green and rather small. Four of my tomatoes don't look as though they'll be enough just based on the pictures in your recipe. Knowing how many ounces or pounds would give a better idea. Thank you!
Archana says
Good question. About 2 pounds. I will also add it to the recipe 🙂 Let me know how you like the flavors.
Shahira says
Really yummy - I think it needs onion / something a bit chunkier but otherwise so good. My tomatoes were small ones so I measured about 1.5 lbs - I also needed a bit more salt to balance out the salt and sour flavour. Still such a great recipe. 2 jars in the fridge!
Jonathan says
Hi Archana - thank-you for the recipient. Do you chop the chillies? Or leave them whole?
Jonathan
Archana says
I rough chop them and then mash in the end with tomatoes
Marj K says
Freezes beautifully in small containers
Katherine Cheah says
I don't have asafetia and don't know what it is. What can I replace this with?
Archana says
You can skip asafetida
Gloria says
Please tell me how long can I keep this chutney in the fridge?
Archana says
Chutney stays good for a week refrigerated. You can also freeze it for longer shelf life. I like to freeze it in silicone ice cube trays.
June D says
How long will this last in the fridge?
Archana Mundhe says
Green tomato chutney will last for a week in the fridge.
Nejat says
I haven’t made this recipe because I don’t own a pressure cooker!
Can anyone advise how I can cook this recipe otherwise with a saucepan please!
Archana Mundhe says
Hi Nejat! This recipe is just as easy to make on the stovetop, I’ve added the instructions for you in the recipe card notes. Can’t wait to hear what you think!