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You may have came across this delectable green condiment in Indian restaurants. It’s also known as cilantro chutney or coriander chutney, but we just call it green chutney most of the time!
Green Chutney Cilantro Mint Sauce is refreshing, spicy, and tangy. This no-cook mint cilantro chutney goes great with many dishes like samosas, kebabs, and sandwiches. It is extremely versatile and can be made with a variety of simple ingredients!
Spicy, Tangy, Green Chutney Cilantro Mint
What is Green Chutney Cilantro Mint?
Mint and cilantro chutney, also known as Green Chutney, is a vibrant and green dip that is mildly spiced and seasoned. It has a base of mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and green chilies, with lime juice, green chilies, cumin, ginger, and garlic added for seasoning and flavor.
Indian households usually keep a jar of this green chutney in the refrigerator. It is the perfect addition to add flavor to many appetizers. You can also spread it onto white bread to create a delicious chutney sandwich.
Dip and Enjoy!
Why You Will Love this Sauce
Versatile: It works well with many sides and appetizers.
Healthy: Mint and cilantro are natural anti-inflammatories.
Quick: It only takes 5 minutes to make!
Simple: It’s simple to prepare and keeps well in the fridge.
Cilantro Mint Chutney Ingredients
Mint Cilantro Chutney can be prepared with only a few ingredients.
Cilantro: One of the main ingredients in this chutney is fresh cilantro leaves
Mint: Fresh mint leaves are the second main ingredient. This chutney can also be made with just cilantro.
Green Chili: I make this chutney with two green chilis. However, you are free to increase the spiciness by adding more.
Garlic: Garlic Cloves add a lot of flavor to the chutney. Make sure not to overdo it.
Ginger: Ginger, like garlic, adds a wonderful flavor to the chutney.
Roasted cumin powder: This, in my opinion, is a must-have for this chutney. You can use store-bought cumin powder or make your own.
Lemon juice or lime juice: These add tanginess to the chutney and maintain its vibrant green color.
Salt and honey: To balance the flavor.
Don’t You Love that Vibrant Green Color?
Variations on Green Chutney Cilantro Mint
This bright sauce is known as green chutney or coriander mint chutney and can be found all over India, but especially in the north. It is relatively simple, but the ingredients can vary.
Itis typically made with both cilantro (coriander) and mint, but it can be made with just one or the other. When people talk about pudhina chutney (mint chutney), they frequently include cilantro. The two complement each other extremely well in terms of flavor balance.
Serving Suggestions
It’s no surprise that Mint Coriander Chutney is a crowd-pleaser. This is due not only to the chutney’s refreshing flavors and bright colors, but also to the fact that it can be paired with a variety of dishes.
This Dhaniya Pudina Chutney goes well with samosa, kabab, Corn Fritters, Bombay Masala Toast, mushroom cutlet, roasted vegetables and main courses like biryani.
You can also use this chutney as a spread for your bread slices, or slather it on tortillas as a base and top with your favorite veggies or meat to make tortilla rolls.
The Perfect Dip!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
The mint can become bitter if over-blended. Blend just enough to combine the mint leaves.
Once again, mint is to blame! Mint leaves oxidize quickly and can become dark. It is recommended that you add enough lime juice to help prevent oxidation. If you are storing the chutney in the fridge, make sure to seal the jar tightly, otherwise the chutney will turn dark. It won’t affect the taste, though.
You can store the green chutney for up to a week in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also freeze green chutney. Just pour it into ice cube trays and freeze. Transfer the frozen ice cubes to a zip-lock bag and use them as necessary.
Restaurant Style Cilantro Mint Chutney
Top Tips
- Use ice cold water when you blend the ingredients. This will ensure that your green chutney will have a vibrant green color.
- Be careful not to over mixing the chutney. Overmixing might result in a bitter flavor.
- Refrigerate your chutney as soon as you make it if you don’t plan to use it. This will help keep it bright green.
- You can skip the green chiles if you want less heat. You can also add more if you like it very hot.
- Don’t skip the lemon juice. Lemon juice helps maintain its bright green color.
- Use only the cilantro and mint leaves. The addition of stems can give the chutney a bitter taste.
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Green Chutney Cilantro Mint Ingredients
- ground cumin seeds , roasted
- cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- honey or sugar (optional)
- mint leaves
- ginger knob
- garlic cloves
- green chiles
- lime or lemon juice
- salt
- plain yogurt
How to Make Green Chilli and Coriander Chutney
First, To a blender add the yogurt, washed chopped cilantro, mint leaves, garlic cloves, cumin, honey or sugar (optional), lemon or lime, and salt.
Blend Until You Have a Smooth Consistency
Next, blend until consistency is smooth then add in the green chiles and blend some more.
You can add a little bit more yogurt based on the desired consistency.
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Cilantro Mint Chutney | Green Chutney
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin seeds , roasted* 2 cups cilantro leaves, (roughly chopped)
- 2 cups cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar, optional
- ½ cup mint leaves
- 1 inch ginger knob
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 green chillies
- 1 lime or lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- To a blender add the yogurt, washed chopped cilantro, mint leaves, garlic cloves, cumin, honey or sugar (optional), lemon or lime, and salt.
- Blend until consistency is smooth then add in the green chillies and blend some more.
- You can add a little bit more yogurt based on the desired consistency.
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Notes
- Use ice cold water when you blend the ingredients. This will ensure that your green chutney will have a vibrant green color.
- Be careful not to over mixing the chutney. Overmixing might result in a bitter flavor.
- Refrigerate your chutney as soon as you make it if you don’t plan to use it. This will help keep it bright green.
- Don’t skip the lemon juice. Lemon juice helps maintain its bright green color.
- Use only the cilantro and mint leaves. The addition of stems can give the chutney a bitter taste.
Made this sauce a couple of days ago and it was a hit with the family. Goes perfect with many dishes