Made with freshly coriander and mint leaves, with green chillies, ginger and lemon and a dash of sugar gives this chutney a unique flavor. This mint and coriander chutney is a favorite Indian accompaniment. It can be used as a sandwich spread.

Samosas, dhoklas, vada pavs, bhel are incomplete without this chutney. This chutney is also used in a variety of chaat dishes.

Makes: 2 cups

Cooking time: nil Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cup of chopped coriander leaves
• 1 cup chopped mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon chopped ginger
• 2 green chillies
• 1 teaspoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt to taste

Method

Combine all the ingredients and grind to a smooth paste in a blender, adding very little water. The addition of lemon juice enhances the flavors of mint and coriander and prevents discoloration of the greens.

Refrigerate or Freeze and use as required.