Coconut Chutney Recipe- Coconut chutney is a very important and delicious condiment that holds a special place in Indian cuisine. This coconut-flavored chutney goes well with dosa and idli. Coconut is used a lot in most South Indian dishes and is also called kai chutney. In some places, this chutney is also enjoyed with rice. Let’s now know how to make such a popular coconut chutney recipe.

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Ingredients for coconut chutney recipe:

● 1 cup grated coconut

● 2-3 green chilies

● 1/4 cup roasted chickpeas

● Small piece of peeled ginger (about 1/2 inch)

● 2-3 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves (finely chopped)

● 1 tablespoon lemon juice

● Salt to taste

Ingredients for the dressing:

● 1 tbsp oil (coconut oil)

● ½ tsp mustard seeds

● ½ tsp urad dal

● A pinch of ginger

● 2-3 dried red chilies

● Curry leaves (one sprig)

Coconut Chutney Recipe Method:

• In a blender, blend the grated coconut, chopped green chillies, roasted chickpeas, ginger, coriander, lemon juice and a pinch of salt to make a coarse paste. If necessary, add a little water to prevent it from leaking too much.
• Transfer the chutney to a bowl and keep it aside.
• Now heat the oil in a pan on medium flame for a while.
• Then add the urad dal, asafoetida, dried red chillies and curry leaves.
• Then add the roasted chickpeas and green chillies and fry till the chillies turn slightly crispy.
• Then carefully pour this mixture into the chutney that is already kept aside. (Mix the chutney well while using)
• The aromatic coconut chutney is ready to serve.
• It is very tasty to eat with dosa, idli, vada and rice.

How to make coconut chutney with step by step photos:

● In a blender, add grated coconut, chopped green chilies, roasted chickpeas, ginger, coriander, lemon juice and a pinch of salt.

• Make a rough paste. Add a little water if necessary to ensure that it does not leak too much.

● Put the chutney in a bowl and set aside.

● Now, heat a frying pan over medium heat and add oil.

• Once the oil is hot, add the mustard and splutter.

● Then add urad dal, asafoetida, dried red chilies and curry leaves.

● Then carefully pour this mixture into the chutney that is already set aside. (Mix the chutney well while using)

● The flavorful coconut chutney is ready to serve.

It is very tasty to eat with dosa, idli, vada, and rice.

Tips:

● Green chilies can be added according to the spiciness.

● Water should be added according to preference.

● A couple of cloves of garlic can also be added for flavor.

● Freshly grated coconut gives the best flavor. If it is not available, you can use refrigerated coconut. The coconut should come to room temperature before using.

Coconut chutney is popular not only in India but all over the world with its amazing taste. Bring this healthy South Indian coconut chutney recipe to your kitchen and share your thoughts and opinions in the comments.

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