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Indian Green Chutney
A tasty, tangy and spicy Indian green chutney to add even more flavour to your Indian dishes, or spread in wraps and sandwiches.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 60 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 30 grams fresh coriander leaves with stems 2 cups cilantro
- 60 grams fresh mint leaves with stems 1 cup
- ½ inch ginger
- 2 cloves garlic medium sized
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 3 small green chillies stems removed
- 8 peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for storing - see notes
- 1½ tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse 30 grams fresh coriander leaves with stems and 60 grams fresh mint leaves with stems and pat dry.
- Place in a blender and add ½ inch ginger, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 3 small green chillies, 8 peppercorns, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1½ tablespoon lemon juice and ½ teaspoon salt. Blend till smooth and serve at room temperature.
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Notes
- Select fresh herbs taking care the leaves are not wilting or beginning to yellow.
- We like to include the stems of the fresh herbs as they also have great flavour.
- Oil is added for emulsification, giving a creamy chutney and helps preserve the freshness.
- Adjust the amount of green chilli, lemon and salt to your taste.
- Use in wraps, sandwiches, with Indian snacks, chaat, and roasted meats.
- The chutney will be bright green initially but will darken over time as it is exposed to air. To stop the chutney from turning black, pour a thin layer of oil over the top to prevent its exposure to air.
- Serving tip: Allow the chutney to sit at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes before serving to allow all the flavours to come together. Best served at room temperature.
- Store the chutney in a sealed container the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to a month. Note: fresh chutney is more flavoursome than frozen and is served the same day.
Nutrition Information
Calories
60kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
275mg
(11%)
Potassium
101mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
767IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
34mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 275mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 101mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 767IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.