Can I use desiccated coconut?
Not a direct substitute. If using desiccated coconut, soak in 100 ml warm water for 20 minutes before blending, but the result will be less fresh and more starchy.
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Coconut Chutney — fresh grated coconut with green chili
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13m
Total time
4
Servings
120
kcal
easy
Difficulty
May 20, 2026
INGREDIENTS.
4
Produce
- 150 g fresh or frozen grated coconut
- 2 green chili
- 5 g fresh ginger
- 8 curry leaves, fresh
Grain
- 2 tbsp roasted chana dal
Pantry
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 80 ml water
- 1 tbsp coconut oil for tarka
Spice
- 0.5 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 dried red chili
- 0.1 tsp asafoetida (hing)
THE METHOD.
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FAQ · Things people ask
About this recipe.
How long does it keep?
Coconut chutney is best made fresh. It keeps for 1 day in the fridge but the texture thickens and the flavour dulls. Do not freeze.
What do I serve it with?
Idli, dosa, vada, or as a dip with any South Indian breakfast. Also good with papadums.
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