Green chutney is a versatile condiment used in many Indian dishes, including Vada Pav, sandwiches, and chats. It’s fresh, tangy, and spicy, adding a burst of flavor to any dish.
Ingredients:
- – 1 cup fresh coriander leaves (cilantro), tightly packed
- – 2-3 green chilies (adjust according to your spice preference)
- – 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled
- – 2-3 garlic cloves
- – 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- – 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala (optional, for extra flavor)
- – Salt to taste
- – Water as needed
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- – Wash the coriander thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
- – Roughly chop the green chilies, ginger, and garlic to make blending easier.
- Blending:
- – In a blender or food processor, add the coriander leaves,), chopped green chilies, ginger, and garlic.
- – and a pinch of salt.
- Adding Liquid:
- – Squeeze in the lemon juice, which adds tanginess and helps retain the green color of the chutney.
- – Add a little water, about 2-3 tablespoons, to help the blending process.
- Blend:
- – Blend everything until you get a smooth, consistent paste. You can add more water if necessary, but the chutney should be thick and not too runny.
- Seasoning:
– Taste the chutney and adjust salt and lemon juice according to your preference.
– If you like, add a bit of chaat masala for an extra kick of flavor.
- Serving:
- – Serve the green chutney immediately with Indian snack and appetizers or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for 2-3 days.
Nutrition Chart for Green Chutney (per serving, approximately 4 servings)
- Calories —————— 25 kcal
- Total Fat —————— 0.5 g
- Cholesterol ————— 0 mg
- Sodium ——————– 150 mg
- Total Carbohydrates — 5 g
- Protein ——————— 1 g
- Sugar ———————— 0.5 g
- Fiber ———————— 2 g
Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on the ingredients used and cooking methods
