Corriander Stem Chutney

Posted On April 9, 2010

Ingredients:

1. oil –  1 Tsp
2. Urad dhal – 2 Tsp
3. Asafoetida – 1/4 Tsp
4. Tamarind – 1/2 small lemon size
5. Green chili – 2 nos
6. Salt for taste
7. Coriander stem – 1 bunch (Tender Corriander stems would be better)

Method:

1. Add the oil to the hot pan. Add Urad dhal and fry till golden brown. Remove the fried dhal into a separate bowl.

2. Add the green chili, tamarind, and asafoetida in the same oil. Â Fry for a couple of minutes. Remove the ingredients from the pan to the bowl.

3. Add the Corriander stem to the same oil and fry for 2 minutes. Do not overcook.

4. Now add all the fried ingredients and salt and required water to the mixer and grind it a smooth paste.

TIP: 1. Corriander stem chutney can be served as a side dish for Idli, Dosa, chappathi.

2. It can be mixed with Rice. A good combination for Curd rice.