Breakfast

Coconut Chutney – Cool, Creamy & South India’s Comfort Sidekick


🥥 The Chutney That Knows How to Stay Humble & Shine

There’s something deeply comforting about coconut chutney.
No drama, no overload. Just the cool of grated coconut, the kick of green chili, and a sizzling tadka poured on top.

Whether it’s served at temple feasts, roadside dosa stalls, or in grandma’s steel katori — this chutney is always welcome.


🛒 What You’ll Need (Serves 3–4):

For the chutney:

1 cup fresh grated coconut (or frozen, thawed)

2 tbsp roasted chana dal (daliya)

1 small green chili

½ inch ginger (optional)

Salt to taste

¼ to ½ cup water (adjust for consistency)


For tempering:

1 tsp oil

½ tsp mustard seeds

½ tsp urad dal

1 dry red chili

A few curry leaves

Pinch of hing




🫙 How to Make It – Silky, Spiced & Soulful

1. Grind the Chutney

Blend coconut, chana dal, green chili, ginger, salt, and water until smooth. Adjust thickness to your liking.

2. Temper to Finish

Heat oil. Add mustard seeds, let them crackle.
Add urad dal, red chili, curry leaves, and hing. Let them sizzle till golden.

3. Pour & Pair

Pour tempering over chutney. Serve fresh with idli, dosa, pongal, or vada.



❤️ Why Coconut Chutney Is a Forever Favorite

Naturally cooling and refreshing

Comes together in 5 minutes

No preservatives, pure flavor

Because great meals start with great sides