Kothamalli chutney recipe, Coriander chutney

Kothamalli Chutney | Coriander chutney | Dhaniya chutney or green chutney (which my kiddos used to tell) is a simple one to make and a yet a tasty chutney to go with Idli | Dosa and sometimes with Curd rice too. My mom makes this Kothamalli chutney without coconut and dal. Though i like that way , since kiddos want this version of Kothamalli chutney, i made this few days back. Here is the recipe for Kothamalli chutney| Coriander chutney which makes a perfect side dish for idli and dosa. I added 2 small onions to this chutney, but it is truly optional. You can make a no onion no garlic version too.
Check out my other interesting chutneys using Coriander leaves.

• Mint coriander chutney 
• Coconut coriander chutney

Kothamalli chutney recipe

• Recipe Cusine: Indian
• Prep Time: 10 Minutes
• Cook time: 10 Minutes
• Serves: 4
• Author: Jeyashri
• Recipe Category: Breakfast | Dinner
• Description: Kothamalli chutney | coriander chutney, simple chutney pairs well with idli dosa and chapati too.

    Coriander leaves  1 cup (tightly packed )
    Urad dal  1 tblsp
    Red chili  3-4 
    Coconut  2-3 tblsp
    Small onion  2-3 (optional)
    Oil  2 tsp
    Mustard seeds  1/4 tsp
    Salt  as needed
    Oil  1 tblsp

Method with step by step pictures :

METHOD:

• In a pan, add 1 and 1/2 tsp of oil and add the urad dal , red chilli and shallots(if using). You can add garlic also instead of shallots. 
• When the dal turns golden brown and the onions are roasted add the washed coriander leaves.
• Keep the flame low while roasting.

• Switch off the flame and add the coconut.
• Add salt and allow this to cool. Grind this into a smooth paste and temper with mustard seeds.

• Coriander chutney is ready to serve.
• Add little water to adjust the consistency.
• Temper mustard  seeds in 1/2 tsp of oil.

Note:

1. You can add tomato or Garlic while sauting the dal.
2. Even channa dal can be replaced in the place of urad dal.
3. Red chili can be replaced with green chili for making kothamalli chutney.