This green Coriander Coconut Chutney made with freshly grated coconut and fresh coriander/cilantro leaves is a delicious accompaniment for idli, dosa’s, uttapam, vadas.
Idli, Dosa and the likes are seriously incomplete without sides such as sambhar, chutneys, and podi. This coriander coconut chutney | green chutney is a very basic variation of the many existing coconut chutneys and a very simple one, to say the least.
You just need grated coconut and coriander leaves as the main ingredients, the remainder of the ingredients can be varied.
This is similar to the coconut chutney I’ve shared earlier. Now there are many variations even to this basic green coriander coconut chutney you can try, like the addition of garlic, cumin seeds, substitute the tamarind for lime juice or yogurt, or even addition of a few mint leaves for a different flavor profile.
Whatever you choose to add, this chutney will taste great nonetheless! It is the perfect accompaniment for soft, fluffy idlis.
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STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE CORIANDER COCONUT CHUTNEY | GREEN CHUTNEY FOR IDLI
1.Grind all the ingredients using little water at a time, until you get a smooth paste. I used little more than 1/2 cup water. Taste and adjust seasoning if required.
2.For the tempering- Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, once they splutter add, urad dal, when it turns golden brown, add curry leaves, red chillies and asafoetida. When the curry leaves become crisp, pour the tempering over the prepared coconut paste. Enjoy with idlis/dosas. Since fresh coconut is used, it is best to consume it with 1-2 days. Store it in the refrigerator.
NOTES
1.Dalia is used as a thickener for chutneys. It is available in most Indian grocery stores. If you can’t find it, replace dalia with roasted urad dal or roasted and skinned peanuts or cashew nuts or simply roast chana dal and use that instead.
2.If you are using frozen coconut, allow it to thaw completely. Use warm water for grinding if the grated coconut is still cold.
HOW TO MAKE CORIANDER COCONUT CHUTNEY | GREEN COCONUT CHUTNEY?
Coriander coconut chutney | Green Coconut Chutney For Idli Dosa
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly grated coconut
- 1 cup tightly packed coriander/cilantro leaves with tender stalks
- 1/2 inch ginger
- 2-3 green chillies, adjust as per desired heat
- 2 tbsp dalia (split roasted chickpeas/roasted chana dal)
- gooseberry sized ball of tamarind/lemon juice
- pinch of sugar, optional
- salt, to taste
For the tempering
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp urad dal
- A sprig of curry leaves
- 2-3 red chillies
- pinch of hing (asafoetida)
- 2 tsp oil
Instructions
- Grind all the ingredients using little water at a time, until you get a smooth paste. I used little more than 1/2 cup water. Taste and adjust seasoning if required.
- For the tempering- Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, once they splutter add, urad dal, when it turns golden brown, add curry leaves, red chillies, and asafoetida. When the curry leaves become crisp, pour the tempering over the prepared coconut paste. Enjoy with idlis/dosas. Since fresh coconut is used, it is best to consume it with 1-2 days. Store it in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Dalia is used as a thickener for chutneys. It is available in most Indian grocery stores. If you can't find it, replace dalia with roasted urad dal or roasted and skinned peanuts or cashew nuts or simply roast chana dal and use that instead.
- If you are using frozen coconut, allow it to thaw completely. Use warm water for grinding if the grated coconut is still cold.
- Measuring cup used, 1 cup = 250 ml , 1 tsp = 5 ml
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Freda
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks, Lathiya:)
MyCulinarySaga says
absolutely gorgeous and such a versatile accompaniment
Esha Fernandes says
Thank you so much. I tried out your recipe and it was absolutely delicious and perfect. My kids And family loved it.
Freda Dias says
Thanks, Esha! Glad to know:)
Batter Up With Sujata says
Chutney looks awesome. Loved the colour
Uma Srinivas says
Looks delicious and inviting. This will go very good with dosa and idli:)
Jagruti says
This chutney is one of my favourite! I love the colour of your chutney:)
Soniya says
I love trying g different chutney Recipe when I cook South Indian cuisine..but coriander coconut is my family favorite!! Lovely clicks!
Shubha says
A must have chutney in every south indian house hold… yummm
Megala says
Looks so beautiful & delicious !
firsttimercook says
Never tried green chutney chutney with coconut before, also addition of dalia is interesting as well. Will try for sure 👍🏻
shreyatiwari13 says
Beautiful presentation dear, love this chutney ❤️❤️
Vidya Narayan says
Excellent images Freda ! They really make me wanna dig in with my dosas / idlis !
Lathiya says
This chutney is my favorite..but haven’t used Dalia in it… will try your version too.. looks delicious
Aish says
Coriander coconut chutney is so versatile. Your pics are gorgeous.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks, Aish 🙂
end of the fork says
I love this chutney, thanks so much I look forward to trying it with some vadas! Your idlis look so good – yummy!
Freda Dias says
Thanks, Nicole 🙂
Sapna says
Absolutely favorite chutney, but never tried adding dalia or roasted chana dal, but will try next time i make it 🙂
Freda Dias says
Do try it, it adds a nice texture 🙂
Dhwani Mehta says
This looks so inviting. One of my favorite chutney. 🙂
Freda Dias says
Thanks, Dhwani 🙂
Lynz Real Cooking says
This is so gorgeous Freda! Good to see you dear
Freda Dias says
Thanks, dear Lynn! Sorry, I haven’t checked the reader off late. How are you doing? Hope all is good 🙂
Lynz Real Cooking says
I am good, how are you?
Freda Dias says
I’m good dear, hadn’t seen you around when I used to check the reader. The last I knew was about the surgery you had. I hope you have recovered completely and doing well. xx
hummingbirdthyme says
So beautiful! And it sounds so delicious! I love any type of chutney. Thanks for the recipe!
Freda Dias says
Thanks, Laura 🙂
Srivalli Jetti says
This is one of our favorite, especially during the time we get coriander excess in the market…your pictures look so sinful, and with those idlies, it tastes heavenly!
Freda Dias says
So true, with idlis it is really heavenly! Thanks a lot 🙂
Gloria says
I have always loved this chutney..looks superb..love the pic as always looks inviting
Freda Dias says
Thanks so much Gloria 🙂