Name: How to make Cilantro Chutney
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 11 min
Yield: 35
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 1 bunch Cilantro - chopped; 2 cloves Garlic - minced; 1 -2 teaspoons Red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons Lime Juice; 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar; Salt & Black Pepper to taste; Filtered Water

Aerial shot of Cilantro Chutney in a bowl with ingredients on the side

Cilantro Chutney in a bowl with ingredients and kitchen knife on the side

Close up shot of a spoon of Cilantro Chutney

What is Chutney, and how is it used? Chutney is a single word used to describe a variety of sauce-like condiments originally from the Indian subcontinent in Asia. These condiments range from savory, sweet, and spicy and are made with fruits, vegetables, or herbs. They can be used as dips, dressings, glazes, or marinades for meats. Chutneys are such substantial concentrations of flavors that they are best used to complement a dish.

This recipe will show you how to make Cilantro Chutney you can pair with various foods. The aromatic peppery, earthy citrus flavors of Cilantro compliment avocado, pineapple, cucumber, cream cheese, all meats, including seafood and breads. We have also included the option to add fresh mint for an excellent new, herby flavor of a Cilantro Mint Chutney. This recipe is the perfect condiment to take any dish from ordinary to extraordinary.

Equipment Needed

Blender

Chef's Knife

Cutting Board

Glass Storage Container

Large Spoon

Medium Mixing Bowl

Author: Rachael Ottier Hart

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

1 mins

Total Time

11 mins

Serves

Ingredients

1 bunch Cilantro - chopped
2 cloves Garlic - minced
1 -2 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons Lime Juice
2 teaspoons Brown Sugar
Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Filtered Water

Optional

½ ounce Mint - Chopped

Instructions

For a coarse, chunky chutney, hand chop and mix all the ingredients in a bowl, and add water or more lime juice for your preferred consistency, then season to taste with salt and pepper.

For a smooth paste-like chutney, add all the ingredients to a blender, then process adding water or more lime juice until your desired consistency, season with salt and pepper.

Store in a sanitized jar or bottle and keep refrigerated for 1-2 weeks.