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    Home » Recipes » Chutneys, Dips and More

    Green Chutney Recipe / Mint Chutney

    Published: Sep 6, 2022 by Shilpa · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    5 from 31 votes
    Indian green chutney is a versatile condiment that is an integral part of 'chaat' and snacks. It can be put together in 5 minutes and can be used in so many ways. Use this pudina chutney in chaats, as a dip with your finger foods, or as a spread in sandwiches and wraps. Vegan and gluten-free.
    green chutney.

    Green chutney step-by-step recipe with video and photos.

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    • About this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Useful tips
    • How to use green chutney
    • Bonus
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    About this recipe

    Green chutney is an easy-to-make condiment that is an integral part of Indian snacks and street foods. Also called pudina chutney or hari chutney, it is a must when making a "chaat". This versatile chutney is a blend of mint leaves, cilantro, green chili, ginger, and garlic.

    This Indian mint chutney is so easy to make and can be used in so many ways. Serve it as a dip with samosa, tandoori snacks, or other finger foods, or use it to make chaat (Indian street foods). It pairs well with roasted vegetables, and patties, or can be topped on your salads. You can also use it as a spread in sandwiches or wraps. I like to serve it as a dip with chips too.

    Mint has several health benefits, one of the most important one being it aids in digestion. It is also a natural anti-inflammatory. Chewing mint leaves stimulate enzymes that aid digestion.

    There are many ways to make it and the recipe I am sharing is the basic hara chutney. It is ready in 5 minutes and can be stored for up to one week in the refrigerator. It is also freezer-friendly.

    Read on for ingredients, useful tips, and serving suggestions to make this lip-smacking cilantro chutney. Also, check out this recipe to make sweet tamarind chutney for chaat.

    mint chutney.

    Ingredients

    green chutney ingredient labels.

    Herbs: Equal quantities of mint leaves and cilantro is used.

    Ginger and garlic: These aromatics add a lot of flavor to the chutney.

    Green chili: Adjust it as per your preference. You can also use serrano peppers instead.

    Lemon/lime juice: The tang balances the chili so do not skip it.

    Step-by-step instructions

    Place cilantro, mint leaves, ginger, garlic, green chili, lime juice, and salt in a blender. Add ¼ cup of water and blend into a smooth paste.

    gather ingredients and blend.

    Chutney is ready to be used or stored.

    green mint chutney.

    Useful tips

    Using the same quantity of mint and cilantro balances the chutney without one of the herbs overpowering the chutney. However, you can alter it and use more mint if you like the strong flavor it imparts.

    If you do not like the taste of raw garlic, you can skip it.

    Store the chutney in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze it for longer shelf life. To freeze the chutney, place them in an ice cube tray and freeze for a few hours. Once they are frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe container.

    Some versions also call for adding onions. If you want to use onion, use less water for grinding. Also, do not store the chutney for a long time if you add onions as the onions may make the chutney watery and thin.

    You can add one to two tablespoons of yogurt when blending the chutney to reduce the heat from the chilies. In that case, skip the lemon juice.

    for chaats and dip.

    How to use green chutney

    Here are some recipes where you can use this chutney either as a dip or a spread.

    • samosa.
      Authentic Samosa Recipe / How to make perfect samosa
    • veg puff.
      Veg Puff / Bakery Style Vegetable Puffs
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    • gobi tikka.
      Tandoori Gobi Tikka / Grilled Cauliflower
    • oats paneer cutlet.
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    • paneer sandwich
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    • naan pizza
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    Bonus

    This hara pudina chutney is:
    - very easy to make and ready in 5 minutes,
    - uses a handful of ingredients,
    - versatile and can be used in many ways.

    green chutney.

    Recipe card

    green chutney.

    Green Chutney

    Indian green chutney is a versatile condiment that is an integral part of 'chaat' and snacks. It can be put together in 5 minutes and can be used in so many ways. Use this pudina chutney in chaats, as a dip with your finger foods, or as a spread in sandwiches and wraps. Vegan and gluten-free.
    5 from 31 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Author: Shilpa
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 6 tablespoons
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup mint leaves
    • 1 cup cilantro
    • 3 cloves garlic
    • 1 inch ginger
    • 1-2 green chili or serrano pepper
    • 2 tablespoon lime juice
    • Salt to taste
    • ¼ cup water

    Instructions

    • Place cilantro, mint leaves, ginger, garlic, green chili, lime juice, and salt in a blender.
    • Add ¼ cup of water and blend into a smooth paste.
    • Chutney is ready to be used or stored.

    Notes

    See the tips section for useful tips and serving suggestions.
    Nutrition Facts
    Green Chutney
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    12
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    0
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0.02
    g
    0
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.05
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.01
    g
    Sodium
     
    30
    mg
    1
    %
    Potassium
     
    73
    mg
    2
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    3
    g
    1
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    0.4
    g
    0
    %
    Protein
     
    0.5
    g
    1
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    501
    IU
    10
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    6
    mg
    7
    %
    Calcium
     
    24
    mg
    2
    %
    Iron
     
    0.5
    mg
    3
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Jenn says

      September 21, 2022 at 3:02 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and the perfect topping to countless dishes, not just Indian ones.

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