Kothimeera pachadi – coriander pickle

Posted on August 12, 2025

Difficulty

Prep time

30 mins

Cooking time

25min

Total time

Servings

5

Ingredients

  • Ingredients

    • Fresh coriander leaves – 1 cup, washed

    • Green chili – 1–2

    • Ginger – ½ inch piece

    • Garlic – 1 clove (optional)

    • Tamarind – small lemon-sized ball (optional)

    • Salt – to taste

    • Water – as needed

    For Tempering

    • Oil – 1 tsp

    • Mustard seeds – ½ tsp

    • Dry red chili – 1

    • Curry leaves – few

Execution

1. Grind Chutney

  • In a blender, combine coriander leaves, green chili, ginger, garlic, tamarind (if using), and salt.

  • Add water little by little → grind to a smooth paste.

2. Tempering

  • Heat oil → add mustard seeds, dry red chili, and curry leaves.

  • Pour over the chutney.

3. Serve

  • Serve fresh with rice, dosa, or idli.

Additional tips

  • Use fresh, vibrant coriander leaves for best aroma and color.

  • Adjust green chili and tamarind according to your spice and tang preference.

  • Serve immediately; chutney tends to lose its bright green color if stored for long.