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Cilantro Mint Chutney

A bright, tangy Indian-style chutney blending fresh herbs, yogurt, and a kick of jalapeño and ginger. Perfect as a dip or condiment for snacks and mains.

Indian vegetarian condiment weeknight no-cook
Prep 10 min
Total 10 min
Servings 4
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Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup
    yogurt , see notes for vegan version
  • 3 tablespoon
    lemon juice , fresh
  • 1 bunch
    cilantro , tender stems ok
  • 1 cup
    mint leaves , packed (2 x .75 ounce packages)
  • 1
    jalapeno , medium, sliced
  • 2 teaspoon
    ginger , sliced
  • 1 clove
    garlic
  • kosher salt , 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon, to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon
    sugar , or an alternative like honey or palm sugar
  • 1 tablespoon
    water , or just enough to get blender going, may not be needed (optional)

Instructions

3 steps
  1. 1

    Blend all ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth.

  2. 2

    Taste and adjust salt and lemon juice as needed.

  3. 3

    For a thicker consistency, add desiccated coconut or peanuts if desired.

Refine

Tell me what to change — “make it dairy-free”, “double it”, “actually it was 2 tbsp of butter”.