Hot and Spicy Hyderabadi Tomato Chutney

Yes, both. (Don’t go past golden, or you’ll end up with burnt dal because golden to brown is a few seconds.)

Mustard seeds pop, cumin seeds brown but don’t pop. Asafoetida first, anything wet last (curry leaves, garlic, onions).

https://www.thekitchn.com/tempering-spices-23051619

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