Green Chutney
Green chutney is fresh, vibrant, and packed with bold herbal flavor. It is smooth with a gentle heat and a bright tang that cuts through rich or fried foods. This mint coriander chutney adds contrast, color, and freshness to sandwiches, chaat, and everyday snacks. It is a simple staple that makes simple food taste lively and balanced.
Equipment
- Blender or mixer grinder
- Spatula
- Bowl
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 small garlic
- ½ inch fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon roasted gram dal
- 3 green chilies
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup water plus more as needed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Add coriander leaves and mint leaves to a blender jar. Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Add roasted gram dal, cumin powder, chaat masala, sugar, and salt.
- Blend until smooth, adding water gradually as needed to help the chutney blend evenly. Transfer to a bowl and stir in lemon juice.
- Taste and adjust salt, spice, or lemon as needed. Serve immediately or store.
Notes
- Adjust green chilies to control the heat level.
- Add water slowly to keep the chutney thick and flavorful.
- Do not overblend, as it can make the chutney slightly bitter.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage and use as needed.
