Coriander is also known as cilantro, chinese parsley,dhania. Like other spices it is available throughout the year. Health benefits are the leaves contain vitamin C, vitamin K ,protein and also small amounts of calcium, potassium, phosphorous,carotene,
It contains anti oxidants, is anti inflammatory, good for digestion and diabetes and lowers bad cholestrol(LDL).
INGREDIENTS
Fresh coriander leaves chopped 2 cup
Onion medium 1
Red chillies(according to taste) 3
lemon 1 or Tamarind (small size lemon)
Salt to taste
Sunflower refined oil/
olive oil 3tsp
METHOD
Wash the corriander leaves and cut finely. Cut the onion also.
Heat oil in a skillet /kadai on medium heat add the chillies and onions and stir till they change colour.
Add the coriander leaves and stir it for a minute and turn off the heat. keep it aside to cool.
Add tamarind or juice of 1 Lemon and salt and blend with the above ingredients.
Tasty Yummy chutney is ready. Can be served with curd rice, roti/chappathi, veg sandwich, chat items, patties,toasts, breads etc.