Pudina Chutney Recipe

Time and servings

Prep time	5 min
Cook time	5 min
Total time	10 min
Serves	1 jar

Nutrition

Per jar.

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	1483 kcal
Carbohydrates	200 g
Protein	72 g
Fat	67 g
Saturated fat	27 g
Sodium	1792 mg
Potassium	12592 mg
Fiber	44 g
Sugar	49 g
Vitamin A	17748 IU
Vitamin C	1958 mg
Calcium	3104 mg
Iron	109 mg

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About Pudina Chutney

It is a popular and flavored condiment or side dish recipe used as a taste enhancer or as a dip with various other Indian recipes. Pudina chutney or popularly known as mint chutney is known for its strong and refreshing flavor which helps to elevate the taste of the main dish. It is popularly known by other names and one particular popular name is mint coriander chutney or pudina coriander chutney due to the use of other important herb coriander leaves. Apart from being a flavored and tasty chutney recipe, it is also one of the healthy and nutrient-rich chutney. Primarily, mint leaves are used for cooling and refreshing properties which get infused into the chutney. Additionally, mint leaves are known for their digestive benefits and help in the digestion of deep-fried or fat-rich recipes. Hence it is used as a dip, spread, accompaniment, side dish, or even as toppings to various South Indian and North Indian recipes.

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Why does this recipe work?

There are myriad reasons why this chutney is appreciated across Indian if not globally. Some of the major reasons are –

1. Refreshing Flavor – The mint flavor is widely known for its refreshing and cooling properties. When used in chutney, it carries the same flavor and thus making it one of the refreshing chutney recipes.
2. Health Benefits – Mint or pudina leaves are known for their rich source of vitamins, minerals, and a high source of antioxidants. In addition, it can also be used for its mouth-refreshing benefits too.
3. Digestive Aid – Mint leaves are a good source of fiber and hence help in digestion and any constipation problems. Hence, it is the best side dish for heavy or rich snacks or recipes.
4. Simple Recipe – The chutney is prepared with basic ingredients easily available at any kitchen pantry. Moreover, it is made within minutes by adding all ingredients to a mixer blender.
5. Multipurpose Use – The Mint Chutney or Pudina Chutney can be served as a dip, side dish, spread, condiments, or even as a taste enhancer with rice or roti.

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Ingredients

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pudina chutney for sandwich:

• 1 cup pudina
• ½ cup coriander
• 5 chilli
• 1 inch ginger
• 2 tbsp peanut
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 1 tsp aamchur
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• ¼ cup cold water

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pudina chutney for idli, dosa:

• 2 tsp oil
• 1 tsp urad dal
• 5 cloves garlic
• ½ onion (sliced)
• 1 inch ginger
• 4 chilli
• 1 cup pudina
• ½ cup coriander
• 1 cup coconut
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup water

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for tempering:

• 2 tsp oil
• 1 tsp mustard
• ½ tsp urad dal
• 1 dried red chilli
• few curry leaves

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Instructions

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How to make pudina chutney for sandwich:

1. Firstly, in a mixer jar take 1 cup pudina and ½ cup coriander.
2. Add 5 chilli, 1 inch ginger, 2 tbsp peanut, 1 tsp chaat masala, 1 tsp aamchur, ½ tsp cumin powder and 2 tbsp lemon juice.
3. Grind to smooth paste adding ¼ cup cold water.
4. Finally, Pudina Chutney for sandwich is ready. Can be stored in the refrigerator for a week.

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How to make pudina chutney for idli, dosa and vada:

1. Firstly, in a pan heat 2 tsp oil. add 1 tsp urad dal, 5 cloves garlic and saute well.
2. Add ½ onion, 1 inch ginger, 4 chilli and saute until onion shrinks slightly.
3. Further, add 1 cup pudina and ½ cup coriander.
4. Saute for a minute, or until the pudina shrinks slightly.
5. Cool completely, and transfer to the mixer jar.
6. Add 1 cup coconut, 2 tbsp lemon juice and ½ tsp salt.
7. Grind to smooth paste adding ½ cup cold water.
8. To prepare the tempering heat, 2 tsp oil.
9. Splutter 1 tsp mustard, ½ tsp urad dal, 1 dried red chilli and few curry leaves.
10. Pour the tempering over the chutney and mix well.
11. Finally, enjoy Pudina Chutney Recipe for idli and dosa.

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How to make pudina chutney for sandwich

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How to make pudina chutney for idli, dosa and vada

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Tips

The recipe is perhaps one of the simple and easy chutney recipes to prepare, with very less chances to go wrong. Yet some critical and important tips –

1. Fresh Ingredients – The recipe should be prepared with fresh and tender leaves of mint and coriander leaves. Avoid yellow or wilted leaves which may lead to less flavored or less significant chutney.
2. Tadka (Tempering) – Pudina chutney should be properly tempered with oil and seasonings. Tadka helps to remove any raw taste and flavor.
3. Addons – The recipe can experiment with other herbs like garlic, ginger, and coriander leaves. The addons may reduce the mint flavor but would yield a unique chutney by itself.
4. Shelf Life – The chutney has a good shelf life especially when prepared as a dip or spread without coconut. It needs to be stored in an airtight container or refrigerated for longer shelf life.
5. Texture – The texture of chutney is very important in how the chutney is eventually used. It can be thin consistency for spread or for chaat recipes. For dips, it needs to be semi-thick or thick in its consistency.

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Notes

• Firstly, make sure to add coriander to mint chutney to enhance the flavor of the chutney.
• Also, you can use tamarind or mango in place of lemon juice for sourness.
• Additionally, using cold water for grinding helps to keep the chutney bright green in colour.
• Finally, Pudina Chutney Recipe tastes great when prepared slightly spicy.