Green chutney, usually known as cilantro chutney at my house, is a versatile Indian condiment that can be used in many different ways. It is best used as a condiment with grilled or fried food, but may be used a spread or dip or marinade too.
In its basic bare bone form, green chutney is a blend of coriander, garlic, chilies and lemon juice with different spices used in different homes and regions of the country.
Ingredients: (makes about 1.5 cups)
2.5 cups fresh coriander (cilantro) leaves
1/2 small onion, coarsely chopped – Optional
6 – 8 cloves garlic
1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled and chopped – Optional
3 hot green chili peppers, or to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2-3 tablespoon water or as needed to make the chutney of a pesto consistency
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
salt to taste
Preparation:
Remove the tough stalks of the cilantro. Blend/puree all ingredients above (or only the ones you are using, if you are not using the optional ingredients) to a smooth consistency.
Serve as condiment, dip or spread.
Stored in an air tight container, the chutney will stay good in the refrigerator for up to a week. The extra may also be frozen. The frozen chutney usually changes to a deeper green color, but there is no change of taste. Thaw and use the chutney.
In its basic bare bone form, green chutney is a blend of coriander, garlic, chilies and lemon juice with different spices used in different homes and regions of the country.
Ingredients: (makes about 1.5 cups)
2.5 cups fresh coriander (cilantro) leaves
1/2 small onion, coarsely chopped – Optional
6 – 8 cloves garlic
1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled and chopped – Optional
3 hot green chili peppers, or to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2-3 tablespoon water or as needed to make the chutney of a pesto consistency
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
salt to taste
Preparation:
Remove the tough stalks of the cilantro. Blend/puree all ingredients above (or only the ones you are using, if you are not using the optional ingredients) to a smooth consistency.
Serve as condiment, dip or spread.
Stored in an air tight container, the chutney will stay good in the refrigerator for up to a week. The extra may also be frozen. The frozen chutney usually changes to a deeper green color, but there is no change of taste. Thaw and use the chutney.
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