Mint Coriander Chutney

Tasty mint coriander chutney ! Chutney are excellent side dish for many south Indian tiffin like dosa,idly . This chutney can also be used as a dip for chips or crackers. It can also be applied as a spread on bread .

Preparation Time : Under 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Serves : 2 people

INGREDIENTS:

Fresh mint leaves - 1 cup
Coriander leaves -1/2 cup
Dry red chilli - 4 no.s( Adjust according to your spice level)
Sugar - a pinch
Salt - as required
Coconut powder - 1.5 table spoon(fresh grated coconut can also be used)
Roasted gram(pottu kadalai) - 1/4 cup
Tamarind - marble sized
Oil - 1 tablespoon
Mustard -1/2 teaspoon
Urad dal - 1 teaspoon


METHOD:

1. In a pan add some oil. Then add mustard and urad dal . Then add dry red chilli. After a minute, add mint and coriander leaves. Once you add the leaves, add salt and sugar. It helps to retain the colour of the leaves.

2. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes. The leaves will shrunk well. Switch off the stove. Allow them to cool down. Now grind them with tamarind,coconut, roasted gram in to a smooth paste by adding desired amount of water.

3. Serve with dosa or idly. It can also be applied as a spread on bread.

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