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Indian Green Chutney For Kebabs, Tikka & Chaats
Elevate your dishes with this zesty Indian Green Chutney, also known as Cilantro Chutney. Bursting with fresh cilantro, lime, garlic, chilies, and shallots, this spicy, tangy delight is perfect for enhancing the flavours of kebabs, tikka, chaats, sandwiches, and dosas.
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Ingredients
- 100 g cilantro, washed, stems and leaves
- 2 shallots, peeled
- 4 cloves garlic, medium
- 3 green chillies, washed, top trimmed
- ½ tsp salt, sea salt
- ⅛ tsp lime zest
- 1 lime, juice
- 1½ tbsp water
Equipment
- 1 Compact blender
Instructions
- Using a compact blender, combine the cilantro (ripped to ease blending), chilies, garlic, shallots, salt, lime zest and juice, salt.
- Secure the blender lid tightly and blend the ingredients until smooth. Due to the compact size of the blender cup, you will need to pause blending occasionally to wipe down the sides and ensure even mixing.
- Add water and continue blending until you achieve a smooth and runny consistency.
- Transfer the chutney to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate until serving.
Notes
Food safe storage
- Store the chutney in the fridge and enjoy for up to 5 days. It's always a good idea to use a clean spoon every time you serve it; this helps prevent any bacteria from getting into the mix, which could cause it to spoil faster.
Why does my green chutney taste bitter?
- Over-blending: Excessive blending can release bitter compounds from the ingredients, especially if blended for too long. Try blending the chutney for shorter periods to avoid this.
- Bitter variety of chilies: The type of green chilies you use could be naturally bitter. Consider using milder varieties or removing the seeds and membranes to reduce bitterness.
- Rancid ingredients: Check if any of your ingredients, such as the cilantro or garlic, have gone rancid. Using spoiled ingredients can introduce bitterness to the chutney.
- Lime zest: If you add too much lime zest, it can contribute to bitterness. Lime zest adds a subtle bitterness, so adjust the quantity accordingly to avoid overpowering the chutney.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 27kcal (1%)Carbohydrates: 6g (2%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 334mg (14%)Potassium: 161mg (5%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 1357IU (27%)Vitamin C: 14mg (17%)Calcium: 26mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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