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Diwali

Dipping Chutney

Chutney is a savory condiment made from slow-cooked fruits or vegetables, vinegar, and spices. Originating from India, chutneys have traveled the globe, and every country has its own take on this versatile condiment

Prep Time

15 Mins

Cook Time

No Cooking Required

Total Time

15 Mins

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • blender/food processor

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup (65 g) yogurt
  • 2 cups (34 g) fresh coriander leaves (cilantro)
  • 1 cup (17 g) fresh mint leaves
  • 2-3 green chilies (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 small onion, roughly chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Store-bought or homemade samosas (optional)

Directions

  1. Wash the coriander leaves and mint leaves thoroughly and drain excess water.
  2. In a blender or food processor, add the coriander leaves, mint leaves, green chilies, chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Blend them together until you get a coarse paste.
  3. Add fresh milk and blend again until the mixture becomes smooth. You can adjust the milk quantity to achieve your desired consistency.
  4. Transfer the chutney to a bowl and add lemon juice. Mix well.
  5. Season with salt to taste and adjust the spice level by adding more chopped green chilies if needed.
  6. If you’re serving with samosas, reheat the samosas in an oven or air fryer until they are hot and crispy.
  7. Serve the chutney alongside the hot samosas as a dipping sauce.