Mint Chutney
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 fresh serrano or jalapeno chilies, seeded and chopped coarse (wear rubber gloves)
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut*
- 3 cups packed fresh mint leaves, washed well and spun dry
- 1/2 cup packed fresh coriander sprigs, washed well and spun dry
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds, toasted lightly
- 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- *available at East Indian markets
- In a small heavy skillet heat oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook chilies, fennel seeds, cumin, coriander seeds, and coconut, stirring, until coconut is golden, about 5 minutes, being careful not to burn them.
- In a blender blend spice mixture with remaining chutney ingredients until smooth.
- Chill chutney, covered, at least until cold, about 2 hours, and up to 2 days.
vegetable oil, serrano, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, coconut, mint, coriander sprigs, plain yogurt, blanched slivered almonds, whitewine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, markets
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/mint-chutney-15378 (may not work)