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Coconut Chutney (Nariyal Chutney)

Learn how to make this creamy, nutty Coconut Chutney (Nariyal Chutney) recipe. It goes well with many South Indian dishes, such as idli, dosa, vada, and more.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 121 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

For Chutney
  • 3/4 cup coconut grated (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tablespoon Roasted Chana Dal (dalia)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
  • 1/2 inch ginger
  • 1 green chili pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar optional
  • 1 teaspoon lime or lemon juice or Tamarind paste
  • 1/2 cup water adjust as needed
For Tadka
  • 1 tablespoon ghee or oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds (Rai)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Split Skinned Black Gram Lentils (Urad dal)
  • 1 pinch asafoetida (hing) optional, skip for gluten-free
  • 1-2 dry red chili optional
  • 6-8 leaves Curry Leaves (Kadi Patta) washed and dried

Instructions

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  1. Grind together all ingredients mentioned above for chutney. Add water in small quantities as needed to assist in grinding and to get the desired consistency. Remove and set aside in a bowl.
  2. Heat oil in a small pan and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add mustard seeds, and urad dal.
  3. Once the dal turns golden, add the asoefotida, dry red chili, and curry leaves. Cook for a minute, then turn off heat. The curry leaves would have turned crispy.
  4. Pour tadka into the chutney immediately. Gently stir it.
  5. Chutney is ready to be served with idli or dosa.

Notes

  • Vegan Variation: Use your favorite plant-based oil for tempering. 
  • Gluten-free Variation: Omit the asafoetida or use gluten-free asafoetida.
  • Storing: You can keep this coconut chutney in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Or freeze it for up to 2 months in freezer-safe containers. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, adjust the thickness, and serve. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 121kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 336mg (14%) Potassium 140mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 332IU (7%) Vitamin C 95mg (106%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 121

% Daily Value*

Calories 121kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 336mg 14%
Potassium 140mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 332IU 7%
Vitamin C 95mg 106%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.