Ingredients

1 1/2 fresh shredded coconut (not sweetened)
1 tsp. channa dhal (roast until golden brown)
2-3 green chillies, split and seeded
1 inch fresh, peeled ginger
2-3 tsps cumin powder
1/2 tsp tamarind concentrate (or lemon juice)
salt to taste

Method

Grind above in a blender. Season with asafoetida, fried mustard seeds, and curry
leaves.

Chutney variant #1.. grind 2 bunches coriander leaves for lip-smacking
'coriander chutney'
NOTES: Experiment with the proportions. Me thinks that's the best way to learn.
corrections welcome...

source: Prabhu Balaraman balarama@cae.wisc.edu