πŸ₯₯ Coconut Chutney

Creamy, fresh, temple-style coconut chutney β€” the perfect tiffin companion

Spice Level: 🌢️🌢️
Prep Time: 8 mins | Cook Time: 2 mins | Serves: 4
Calories (approx): ~90 kcal per serving

πŸ₯Ÿ Crunch, Spice & Condiments on the Side

🌿 Introduction

Coconut chutney is the soul of South Indian tiffin β€” cool, creamy, and lightly spiced,
it balances the warm crispness of idli, dosa, vada, and pongal like nothing else.
Made fresh in minutes, it’s a staple that transforms a simple breakfast into a comforting ritual.

β€œCool as morning breeze, bright as first light”

Coconut Chutney

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πŸ“ Ingredients

For the Chutney

  • 1 cup fresh grated coconut

  • 2 tbsp roasted chana dal (dalia)

  • 1–2 green chilies

  • Β½ inch ginger

  • Salt to taste

  • Water, as needed

For Tempering

  • 1 tsp coconut oil

  • Β½ tsp mustard seeds

  • Β½ tsp urad dal

  • 1–2 dried red chilies

  • 1 sprig curry leaves

🍽️ Instructions

  • Blend the Chutney – Grind coconut, roasted chana dal, chilies, ginger, salt, and enough water to a smooth consistency.

  • Adjust Texture – Add more water if needed for a pourable chutney.

  • Prepare Tempering – Heat coconut oil; add mustard seeds, urad dal, red chilies, and curry leaves.

  • Finish – Pour the tempering over the chutney and mix gently.

  • Serve – Enjoy with idli, dosa, pongal, or vada.

🍷 Optional Serving Notes

Serve chilled or room temperature alongside idli, dosa, pongal, or upma.

Pair with a spicy tomato chutney for a complete tiffin duo.

πŸ’¬ Soulful Note

Every South Indian home knows the rhythm of chutney-making β€” the scrape of coconut, the sizzle of tempering,

and the familiar aroma that fills the kitchen like memory itself.

πŸ“š Cook’s Wisdom / FAQs

Cook's Wisdom

Tip: Add a small piece of tamarind for tangier chutney.

  • Use fresh coconut for best flavor and creaminess.

  • Roasted chana dal thickens chutney β€” adjust for texture.

  • For whiter chutney, deseed green chilies before blending.

  • If chutney tastes bitter, coconut might not be fresh.

πŸ“Š Nutrition (Per Serving β€” Approx.)

  • Calories 90

  • Protein 2g

  • Carbs 4g

  • Fat 7g

  • Fiber 2g

πŸƒπŸŒΆπŸƒ The Bottom Line

Simple, soothing, and always reliable β€” coconut chutney is the cool,

creamy companion that completes every South Indian breakfast.

🧑 Meet the Heart Behind the Spice

Maya Shetty – Stirred By Spice Author Photo

Hi, I’m Maya Shetty β€” cook, storyteller, and spice lover.

Through Stirred By Spice, I share recipes that warm both the kitchen and the heart β€” where simple ingredients and warm flavors turn everyday meals into moments of connection.

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