🌿 Homemade Green Sauce Recipe

Homemade Green Sauce is a fresh, healthy, and flavorful chutney made with coriander, mint, green chilies, garlic, and lemon juice. This versatile Indian-style green chutney pairs perfectly with chaats, momos, parathas, kebabs, sandwiches, and snacks. Quick to prepare and naturally tangy-spicy, this sauce is a must-have condiment for every kitchen.

✅ Ingredients:

• Mint Leaves – ½ cup (fresh and washed)

• Coriander Leaves – 1 cup (fresh and chopped)

• Green Chilies – 3 to 4 (adjust spice level)

• Ginger – 1 inch piece

• Garlic – 4 to 5 cloves

• Roasted Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp

• Lemon Juice – 2 tbsp (for tangy flavor)

• Black Salt – ½ tsp

• Regular Salt – ½ tsp (adjust as per taste)

• Curd (Yogurt) – 2 tbsp (optional for creamy texture)

• Water – as required

🥣 Preparation Method:

1. Rinse coriander and mint leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt.

2. In a blender, add green chilies, garlic, ginger, roasted cumin seeds, black salt, and regular salt.

3. Next, add coriander leaves, mint leaves, and lemon juice.

4. Pour in little water and grind everything into a smooth paste.

5. For a rich and creamy twist, add curd and blend once more.

6. Adjust consistency by adding extra water if required.

7. Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate – stays fresh for up to 5 days.

✨ Serving Suggestions:
This zesty Homemade Green Sauce is a versatile Indian chutney. It pairs beautifully with momos, chaats, sandwiches, kebabs, pakoras, parathas, and evening snacks. A quick, refreshing dip that elevates every dish!

✅ How to Use Homemade Green Sauce

1. As a Dip → Serve with momos, pakoras, samosas, spring rolls, kebabs or any Indian snacks for a spicy-tangy kick.

2. For Sandwiches & Wraps → Spread a layer of green chutney on sandwiches, burgers, rolls, or frankies for extra flavor.

3. With Rice & Roti → Mix with plain steamed rice or serve as a side with roti, paratha, or chapati.

4. With Chaats → Drizzle over pani puri, bhel puri, sev puri, or dahi puri to get that authentic street food taste.

5. Marination Base → Use as a marinade for chicken, fish, paneer, or tofu before grilling or frying.

6. Salad Dressing → Mix with a little curd or olive oil and turn it into a healthy green dressing for salads.

7. As Curry Enhancer → Add 2–3 spoons to gravies or dal for a fresh herby punch.

✨ Pro Tip: Always store in an airtight glass jar and refrigerate. For longer shelf life, avoid adding curd while storing.