Indian Condiments - 2 (Mint Chutney)

 Mint Chutney

    This is one of the most versatile, commonly used, and popular among all the chutney preparation. It is also known as Green Chutney because of its color. There are a variety of recipes available for Mint Chutney. The base ingredients include Coriander Leaves, Mint Leaves, and Green Chili. Rest other ingredients such as Curd, Coconut, peanut makes it different from each other. The Proposition of base ingredients also differs as per the choice of tastebud. Some also use spinach puree(especially in the bulk making)to achieve(maintain) that green color. 



This recipe is just a reference, as there is no fixed authentic recipe for perfect mint chutney, it's always about the taste of choice. 

 

Ingredients: 

Coriander Leaves - 270 GM

Mint Leaves - 80 GM

Ginger - 30 GM

Garlic - 30 GM

Salt - to taste

Lemon - 1 Nos

Chaat Masala - 5 GM

Curd - 50 GM

 

Process: 

1. Blend all ingredients with water except Chaat Masala, Salt, Lemon, and curd.

2. Add Lemon juice, salt & Chaat Masala.

3. Whisk the curd separately. Mix with Chutney.

 

 

Chef’s Tips: Use Ice cubes or chilled water while blending, it helps to retain the color.

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