Anupama's Kitchen
Tangy Cilantro & Mint Chutney
You can find various versions of Cilantro Mint Chutney within different family traditions. This recipe is especially tasty and good to consume in all seasons depending on how spicy you make it. It is good for Vata and Kapha; Increases Pitta if spicy, otherwise it is Tridoshic. This is a refreshing and delicious chutney that goes great with most dishes. It is safe and satisfying to consume during pregnancy as they may crave sour and sweet tasting foods. You can use it as a spread on whole grain bread or with samosas, parathas, rotis, etc. In my home, we use it as an addition to many dishes, but we love to have it on veggie sandwiches when we want something quick to eat.
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Grind Time
5 Minutes
Serving Size
20 Servings
Benefits
- Cilantro is good for removing toxins and heavy metals from the system. In heat stroke, nausea, and vomiting it provides excellent relief. It is generally Pittashaman (Pitta Soothing).
- Mint is a household remedy used in common ailments such as colds, fevers, gas troubles, colic, and diarrhea. Sometimes, Mint is seen as a cooling agent, but it is in fact Ushna guna (Hot property). Mint tea can be prepared quickly to ease acute stomach discomfort.
- Coconut is useful in urinary disorders, hyperacidity, bleeding disorders, pain induced by Pitta. It is digestive and helps reduce Pitta while detoxifying the body.
- Mango powder is a strength giver and aphrodisiac. It improves the function of the heart and increases the strength of all seven Dhatus and Ojas.
Ingredients
- 1 Bunch Fresh Cilantro (Roughly Chopped)
- 45-50 Fresh Mint Leaves or 3-4 Teaspoons Dry Mint Powder
- 1 Jalapeños (Roughly Chopped)
- 6 Teaspoons Amchur Powder (Mango Powder) Or 7-8 Teaspoons Lemon Juice
- 1 Teaspoon Cumin Powder
- ¼ - ½ Cup Dry Roasted Peanuts
- 1/4 Cup Freshly Grated Coconut (Optional)
- 1/2 Teaspoon Sugar (Optional)
- Salt as required
- ½ Cup Water
Instructions
- Wash cilantro, mint leaves and Jalapeños and chop them coarsely.
- In the blender, add all above ingredients and add just enough water so that blender can run.
- Blend it for 1 minute on medium or high speed.
- Open the blender and scrape the sides with spatula and run the blender again for 30 sec.
- Once the texture of the mixture is fine, transfer it into a glass container with lid.
- Serve with any appetizers, green moong bhel or spread it on sandwiches.
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