Hari Chutney - Cilantro Chutney

February 4th, 2007 filed under Chutneys / Pickles, Vegan

Hari (Green) chutney is made with fresh cilantro (green coriander) and a variety of spices. This chutney is a must-have for every fridge. Tastes delicious with pakoras, samosas, chaat and many more popular Indian snacks. Like ketchup and other popular condiments, hari chutney can be used in a variety of different ways!

Hari Cilantro ChutneyIngredients:

  • 1 big bunch of chopped Cilantro (green coriander)
  • 3 green chopped chilies
  • 3 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 1/2 inch ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Pinch of asafetida (hing)

Method

Blend all ingredients, except the cilantro, into a paste. Add the cilantro, a little at a time, and blend. If needed, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water. The water will help in blending. Blend well and add more salt, green chilies, or lemon juice to taste.

Tips

You can make hari chutney in large quantities in advance and freeze it in ice cube trays. When ready to serve, defrost as many cubes of hari chutney as needed. If you freeze the hari chutney immediately after preparing, the chutney will not lose its bright green color and freshness.

Serving Suggestions

  • To make a delicious dip for fresh vegetables, chips, or crackers, mix 1 part chutney and 3 parts yogurt.
  • To make a sandwich spread, mix 1 part chutney and 2 parts cream cheese.
  • To make a salad dressing, mix 1 tablespoon chutney with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon sugar.


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15 Responses to “Hari Chutney - Cilantro Chutney”

  1. Harpreet Says:

    Hello Manjula aunty,

    Thank you so much for this receipe. My husband loves this chutney.
    Thank you once again..You are doing a fabulous job!!!!!!

  2. mark meves Says:

    I accidentally put a little bit more than a pinch of acefoetida and it came out too salty. (it was my frist time using it.) When Manjula says a pinch she means a pinch!

  3. priti Says:

    Helli Aunty,

    Thank you. I made it today and it test best.

  4. Preeti Says:

    Hello Manjula Aunty,

    Thank you so much for this recipe. I just made it today and it was the best taste ever that I have had.

    You remind me of my Mom ( her name is Manju :-) ) and I feel like I am seeing my mom making/teaching me recipes.

    I am so glad I found your website and videos. They all seem so simple to try and you are so calm and so poised in your videos.

    Thank You once again..You are doing a fabulous job!!!!!!

    -Preeti

  5. Manjula Says:

    Hello Shashi, sour cream and dhanya chutney sounds great for sandwitch spread.

  6. shashi Says:

    hi manjula ji.I have one question that 1)can we use sour cream with daniya chutney to make sandwich spread.
    2)could you please tell me where we can use sour cream for cooking.

  7. kj Says:

    I love Cilantro Chutney….can’t wait to make it from my garden. Thanks!

  8. Ana Says:

    I am from Portugal and i found your site today. I love this recipes and your videos are great

  9. poonam salabeea Says:

    dear manjula,

    i am happy that u are giving all these recipes to us.

    weenjoy it very well

  10. Annette Says:

    Thank you for the great suggestion about the ice cube tray! I had no idea this chutney could be frozen, and since I like it but my husband doesn’t, I was wasting too much of it. Great idea.

  11. Manjula Says:

    Hello Shilpa Pudina chutney will be same jusa add half podina and half hara dhania

  12. shilpa Says:

    thanx for the cilantro chutney it was too good , can u please tell me how to prepare pudina chutney?

  13. Kishu Says:

    It wl be nice if we add Gidamiri to green chutney . It tastes great

    Kishu

  14. sunita Says:

    Respected manjulaji,
    thanks a tons as in this video u have not only given recipiebut also so many good & useful suggestions I would like to have more of your other recipies but will appreciate if u also give pickle or achaar as it’s mango season these days or any other veg pickle as my husband loves all your recipies & I haven’t left trying anyone .
    regards

  15. Mary Says:

    Many thanks for the serving suggestions! Cilantro chutney is my favorite kind, but I had never thought of making a dip, sandwich spread, or salad dressing with it!