📍 Where this dish comes from: Kerala · Kerala backwaters
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This vivid green chutney is the universal condiment of Indian cuisine — it accompanies everything from tandoori meats to street food snacks. Bright as a flash of sunlight on water, this sauce is the condiment that makes everything taste more alive. Spread it, dip into it, drizzle it freely, and watch it transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 25kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh coriander leaves and stems
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 green chilies
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Adjust seasoning — it should be brightly acidic.
- Store refrigerated up to 3 days.
- Add a teaspoon of ghee for a richer version.
- Thin with additional lemon juice if needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 25kcal | Protein: 1g | Fiber: 1g
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Health Benefits
- Mint contains rosmarinic acid, a compound studied for its anti-inflammatory and antihistamine properties.
- Fresh coriander contains quercetin and kaempferol, flavonoid antioxidants studied for their properties.
- Green chilies are among the most concentrated sources of vitamin C of any commonly eaten food.