African Mint Chutney
Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, African Mint Chutney is a versatile condiment that brings a vibrant twist to your meals. Featuring a harmonious blend of fresh mint and cilantro, spicy green chilies, aromatic garlic and ginger, and a delicate balance of citrusy lemon and orange juice, this chutney is elevated by the warm depth of ground cumin and a touch of honey. Perfectly smooth and ready in just 10 minutes, it’s ideal as a dip, spread, or marinade, pairing beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even flatbreads. With its bold flavors and quick preparation, this mint chutney recipe is a refreshing staple for adding a touch of African-inspired flair to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups, packed Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup, packed Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 medium Green chilies
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Rinse the fresh mint and cilantro leaves under cold water to ensure there is no dirt or grit. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Remove the stems from the mint and cilantro leaves. Measure out the required quantities and set them aside.
Roughly chop the green chilies, peel the garlic cloves, and slice the ginger into smaller pieces to make blending easier.
In a blender or food processor, combine the mint leaves, cilantro leaves, green chilies, garlic cloves, and ginger.
Add the lemon juice, orange juice, ground cumin, honey, salt, olive oil, and water to the blender.
Blend the mixture until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
Taste the chutney and adjust salt, citrus, or sweetness based on your preference. Blend again briefly if you make adjustments.
Transfer the chutney to a clean, airtight container. It can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1297 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.5 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.9 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1661 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 49.9 mg | 277% | |
| Potassium | 3982 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
