This Cilantro Chutney (Coriander) is hot and tangy, and tastes great
with rice and ghee (clarified butter), or as a dip for snacks like
fritters and pakodas. You can also use this chutney as a spread for
your sandwiches.
Heat oil in a small pan. Add asafoetida and urad dal
and fry for a few seconds. As the dal starts browning a bit, add the
mustard seeds and red chillies and fry until the mustard starts to pop.
Add the green chilli and fry for a second. Remove in a bowl and let
cool.
In a coffee grinder or small blender,
grind the
masala ingredients to a coarse powder. Add salt, cilantro, coconut, and
tamarind water, and grind to a coarse or smooth paste (as desired) with
a little water.
Serve the cilantro chutney with rice or snacks.
Store the leftover cilantro chutney in the refrigerator, and it will
retain its
taste and flavor for 3-4 days.