Pudina Chutney: The Classic Indian Dip
Fresh mint leaves blended with green chillies, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and spices, creating a refreshing, tangy, spicy chutney perfect with snacks and meals.
Ingredients
- 1½ cup fresh pudina mint leaves
- 2-3 green chilies adjust to taste
- 4-5 garlic cloves optional
- ½ inch small piece of ginger
- 1 tsp roasted cumin.
- 1 tbsp of lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 3 tbsp water as needed
Instructions
- Wash the pudina leaves thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
- Roughly chop the leaves, green chillies, garlic and ginger.
- Add all the ingredients into a blender jar—mint, green chilies, garlic, ginger, cumin powder, salt, and lemon juice.
- Pour in 2–3 tablespoons of water. Blend until you create a smooth paste.
- Taste and adjust salt, spice, or lemon juice as needed.
- Transfer to a clean bowl and serve fresh with snacks, parathas, or rice dishes.
Notes
- For a creamy version, add 1–2 tablespoons of curd.
- To keep chutney bright green, add a few ice cubes while blending.
- Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.