Kothamalli Chutney: Delicious South Indian Spread To Accompany Your Starters

By Krati Purwar 

July 16, 2024

A bowl of green chutney has the potential to elevate the dining experience exponentially. Whether you are in the mood to relish meat or plant-based starters, coriander chutney is a must. Make South Indian-style coconut-coriander chutney with this recipe.

Ingredients

1 tsp oil 1 tbsp chana dal 50 grams of coriander leaves 1 cup water 3 tbsp urad dal ½ cup grated coconut Salt to taste 4-5 dried red chillies ½ tsp mustard seeds ¼ tsp asafoetida

Step 1

Heat a pan and add oil. Roast chana and urad dal until the lentils turn slightly brown and crispy.

Step 2

Saute red chillies and coconut with the lentils.

Step 3

Blend lentils, coconut, and coriander in a mixer until the ingredients turn into a smooth paste.

Step 4

Add some water to adjust the consistency of the mixture. 

Step 5

Prepare a tempering of oil, mustard seeds, red chilli, and asafoetida.

Step 6

After tempering the chutney, serve it with your favourite snacks.