Finger-Licking South Indian Chutneys One Must-Try

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Coconut Chutney

The most popular chutney is made with fresh coconut, green chilies, roasted chana dal tempered with curry leaves, and mustard seeds paired with sambar, idli, and dosa.  

Tomato Chutney

Tangy and savory chutney made with ripe tomatoes, garlic, onions, spices like mustard seeds, red chilies, and curry leaves.  

Mint Chutney

Also known as Pudina Chutney, mint chutney is an aromatic and refreshing chutney made with mint leaves, green chilies, coriander leaves, and yogurt served with dishes like biryanis and dosa.  

Kara Chutney

Kara chutney is made with chana dal, urad dal, onion, dry red chili, tamarind, and tomatoes.

Peanut Chutney

Peanut chutney also known as Verkadalai Chutney, has a rich and nutty flavour made with roasted peanuts, red chillies, chana dal, and cumin seeds.

Garlic Chutney

Garlic chutney is a flavourful chutney made with garlic cloves, red chilies, grated coconut, and urad dal and then tempered with curry leaves and mustard seeds.

Onion Chutney

Onion chutney is made with a blend of red onions, red chilies, urad dal, garlic, chana dal, tamarind, and curry leaves.

Gongura Pachadi

An Andhra-style chutney that is made with gongura leaves, fenugreek seeds, spices, garlic, and herbs.