Mint Chutney

Mint chutney is another great side dish which actually serves as a multipurpose condiment. It makes a great marinade for paneer dishes, chicken kabobs, fish fry etc. It is used in various chaat/fast food dishes. Best thing is that you can freeze it for a few weeks and use whenever you need it, makes your life simpler :)

So here is the recipe:

MINT CHUTNEY

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup mint leaves
• 1 cup cilantro leaves
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp pomegranate seeds
• 2 green chillies ( add more if chillies are not spicy)
• 2 pods big garlic
• 1-inch ginger
• salt to taste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice 

Preparation:

• Take all the ingredients except lemon juice and salt and grind to make a green paste. 
• Transfer it to a bowl then add lemon juice and salt.
• Mint chutney is ready.

Health Benefits: Mint is a herb and has medicinal properties. Promotes oral health, aids in digestion, helps in weight loss, acts as an effective remedy for nausea, relieves symptoms of acne, clears up congestion of nose, throat and lungs. Its flavor is used in toothpaste, chewing gums, tea leaves even cookies and ice cream. It is a powerful plant with nutrients, minerals and vitamins.