Mint Cilantro Chutney, aka, Green Chutney is a dip made with mint leaves, coriander leaves, and green chilies, often with added ingredients such as cashews or yogurt. Best served as an accompaniment to Indian snacks and appetizers.
¼cupcashewssoaked in hot water for 20- 30 minutes, then drained
Instructions
In a blender jar, add all the ingredients along with 2 tablespoons of water.
Blend until combined to a dip-like consistency. Do not overblend.
Taste and check for seasoning. Add more salt or lime juice or water as needed.
Notes
Optional ingredients - Instead of cashews, you can also use lightly roasted Gram Flour (besan), or full-fat yogurt, or coconut (fresh, frozen, or desiccated), or roasted peanuts.
To avoid a bitter-tasting green chutney, make sure you blend just enough to combine. Do not over-blend.
Discard the thick stems of coriander/cilantro leaves (you can keep the tender stem) and discard the stems of the mint leaves.
If refrigerating, make sure you are storing the chutney in an air-tight jar, otherwise, the chutney will turn dark.