Types of Chutneys

Chutney is a tasty south-asian condiment similar to salsa or relish. This flavorful and versatile mealtime sauce has many different manifestations.

Coriander

Coriander, another name for cilantro, is the main ingredient in coriander chutney. In addition, spices such as chili, garlic and ginger may be incorporated to give this flavorful condiment a kick.

Mint Chutney

Mint chutney is perfect for spicy food as it gives off a soothing aroma and taste and calms the stomach. Ingredients to mint chutney include mint leaves, fennel, coriander and salt.

Tamarind Chutney

Tamarind Chutney, also known as Meethi chutney (meaning sweet in Hindi) is made of tamarind, or the Indian variety of date.

Mango Chutney

Mango chutney is composed of unripe green mangos, and is a mix of sweetness and spice. Cinnamon, paprika and ginger may give it a rich, spicy flavor.

Betel leaf

Betel leaf chutney has medicinal properties and helps ease toothaches and bad breath.

Other Chutneys

The aforementioned chutneys are a mere sampling of the versatility of the sauce. There is also tomato chutney, peanut chutney, ginger chutney, peach chutney, chili chutney, coconut chutney and many more, Many of these are found in different regions of India.

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