Coconut chutney recipe
A detailed coconut chutney recipe is presented with step-by-step pictures. Coconut chutney, also known as kayi chutney, is a versatile condiment that accompanies various types of dosas and idlies. There are numerous variations of coconut chutney, but this particular recipe focuses on a simple version made with freshly grated coconut, green chili, ginger, a dash of coriander leaves, tamarind, and salt. Coconut takes center stage as the primary ingredient, while the other components are used sparingly in comparison.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh grated coconut
- A small piece of ginger (optional)
- little tamarind
- 1-3 green chili
- little coriander leaves (optional)
- Salt as per your taste
Ingredients for tempering:
- 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cooking oil
- 1 red chili
- 4 curry leaves
- A pinch of asafoetida
Instructions
- Transfer the fresh grated coconut into a mixie jar.
- Add in required water and grind the coconut until fine paste.
- Now add in green chili, tamarind, coriander leaves and ginger. Please note that the tamarind, ginger and coriander leaves quantity should be very less.
- Grind it for few seconds or coarse grind it.
- Transfer the ground chutney into a bowl.
- Temper it with oil, mustard, red chili, asafoetida and curry leaves. Serve it with dosa or chutney.
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 4.9gProtein: 1.3gFat: 4.4gSodium: 148mgPotassium: 112mgSugar: 1.9g
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