Cilantro Mint Chutney

Kiran Desai

Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

2 cups packed fresh cilantro sprigs

1 cup packed fresh mint leaves

1/2 cup chopped white onion

1/3 cup water

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon chopped fresh small green chiles, such as serrano or Thai, including seeds, or to taste

1 teaspoon sugar

3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Purée all ingredients in a blender, leaving some texture.