Easy vegan coriander chutney
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups of fresh coriander leaves (dhania)
3-4 green chilis
Ginger - 1 inch
1 tablespoon of roasted peanuts
1 teaspoon of cumin powder
Salt to taste
½ teaspoon of kala namak (or black salt)
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
2 tablespoon of namkeen sev
¼ teaspoon of sugar
Garlic - 1 clove
INSTRUCTIONS:
In a blender or chutney grinder add all of the ingredients listed above.
Blend the ingredients with chilled water or 2 ice cubes to a fine paste
3. Check the seasoning and add more salt or lemon juice if required
4. Use chutney whenever required, it goes well with a variety of snacks like sandwiches, pakodas, chaats, kebabs, tikkis and stuffed parathas too.
Notes:
Blending the ingredients with chilled water or the ice cubes helps to retain the vibrant green colour
Roasted chana dal may be used as a substitute for the peanuts
Boondi may be substituted for sev
Sev acts as a thickening agent for the chutney, it also helps to enhance the taste
You can store this chutney in the freezer for up to 4 - 5 months