Coriander Chutney/ Dhaniya Pathe ki Chutney / Kothamalli Chutney

in Basic Preparation, South Indian

 

 

 

 

Chutneys are a necessity in a most South Indian households. Its a common side dish for Idly , dosai , Idiappams , Utthappams, Thattu idlis etc.

Various types of chutneys are made as an accompaniment. Some common ones are coconut chutney , tomato chutney , mint chutney , coriander chutney, dal chutney , chutney with red chilies , chutney with green chilies, garlic chutney , ground nut chutney, tamarind chutney , onion chutney and the list goes on .

Here is a recipe for Coriander Chutney

Ingredients

Ingredients

  1. Coriander leaves de stalked and cleaned  2 cups
  2. Green chilies 4 to 6 ( chopped fine )
  3. Ginger grated 1 teaspoon
  4. Salt as desired
  5. Asafoetida 1/4 teaspoon
  6. Coconut grated ( optional)  1/2 cup
  7. Tamarind  marble size
  8. For seasoning
  9. Oil 1 teaspoon
  10. Mustard 1 teaspoon
  11. Dried Red chilies 2 to 4 ( broken into two )

Method

Method

  • In a Food processor or Mixie , add the above ingredients and grind to a smooth paste .
  • In a sauce pan , add oil and heat . Add mustard and when it crackles , add dried chilies and  saute for a minute .Season the chutney.
  • Ready to serve with the South Indian breakfast .

Note 

Note

  • You can add Pottu kadalai or Chutney dal too, to the chutney .
  • Add more green chilies or red chilies to increase the spice level.