Pudina Chutney Recipe
Pudina Chutney, or Mint Chutney, is a vibrant and flavorful condiment that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. This simple recipe combines fresh mint with spices, making it a perfect accompaniment for snacks and meals alike.
Ingredients
- Mint leaves (Pudina): ½ cup, tightly packed
- Coriander leaves: ½ cup, tightly packed
- Green chilies: 2-3 (adjust based on your spice preference)
- Ginger: ½ inch piece (or 1-2 garlic cloves for added flavor)
- Fresh coconut: ½ cup, chopped or grated
- Roasted Bengal gram (Chana dal): 1 tablespoon (or substitute with roasted peanuts)
- Cumin seeds: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon (or tamarind paste for a tangy twist)
- Sugar: ½ teaspoon (optional)
For Tempering (Optional)
- Oil: 1 teaspoon
- Mustard seeds: ¼ teaspoon
- Urad dal: ½ teaspoon
- Asafoetida (Hing): a pinch
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients
- Rinse the mint leaves thoroughly under running water and drain well.
- If using, dry roast the chana dal and urad dal in a pan over low heat until they turn golden brown. Allow them to cool before using.
2. Blend the Chutney
- In a blender, combine the mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger or garlic, coconut, roasted dal, cumin seeds, salt, and lemon juice.
- Blend until you achieve a smooth consistency. Add water gradually if needed to reach your desired thickness.
3. Tempering the Chutney (Optional)
- In a small pan, heat oil over low flame.
- Add mustard seeds and urad dal; sauté until the dal turns golden.
- Stir in a pinch of asafoetida and mix well before removing from heat.
- Pour this tempering over the blended chutney and mix thoroughly.
4. Serve
- Transfer the chutney to a serving bowl. It can be enjoyed immediately or stored in the refrigerator for later use.
Enjoy!
This Pudina Chutney is not only delicious but also refreshing, making it an ideal complement to South Indian dishes like idli and dosa or as a zesty dip for snacks. Enjoy the burst of flavors it brings to your meals! Feel free to adjust any ingredients according to your taste preferences!
