This flavorful chutney is crafted from a blend of peanuts, fresh mint, coriander leaves, and fragrant curry leaves. It pairs perfectly with traditional South Indian dishes such as Idli and Dosa.
Verkadalai Pudina (Peanut Mint) Chutney
Recipe by S Kamala
Course: Chutney, SidesCuisine: Indian, TamilDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
5
minutesLearn how to make a delicious and flavorful peanut chutney with mint, coriander, and curry leaves that pairs perfectly with Idli and Dosa.
Ingredients
Roasted Peanut – 1 cup
Mint Leaves – 1 cup
Coriander Leaves – few
Curry Leaves – 2 strings
Green Chillies – 3 to 4
Tamarind – a small piece
Hard Asafoetida – a small piece
Oil – 2 teaspoons
Mustard – 1/2 teaspoon
Urad Dal – 1 teaspoon
Salt – 1/2 teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- In a small kadai put a teaspoon of oil and add asafoetida, green chillies, tamarind, peanuts and fry for few seconds.
- Then add mint, coriander and curry leaves and mix well and remove.
- Allow to cool and grind it along with salt to a paste.
- Season it with mustard and urad dal.