Chutney
Chutney
Chutney (/ˈtʃʌtni/) is a type of condiment associated with Indian cuisine, but is now found globally. The term 'chutney' comes from the East Indian word 'chatni', meaning 'strongly spiced', and is described as a spicy and sweet sauce made from fruit.
Etymology
The word "chutney" is derived from the Hindi word चटनी chatni, meaning to lick. In India, 'chutney' refers to fresh and pickled preparations indiscriminately. Several Indian languages use the word for fresh preparations only.
Ingredients
A different range of chutneys can be made from virtually any combination of vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices. Chutneys are usually grouped into sweet or hot forms; both forms usually contain various spices, including chili, but differ by their main flavor. Chutney types and their preparations vary widely across India.
Usage
Chutneys may be either wet or dry, and can have a coarse or fine texture. There is no limit to the number of chutneys as it can be made from virtually any vegetable/fruit/herb/spices or a combination of them. Chutneys are usually used with rice, chapati, roti, and puris.
Related Terms
- Pickle: A type of Indian condiment made from a variety of fruits and vegetables.
- Raita: An Indian side dish made with yogurt and used as a sauce or dip.
- Sambal: A hot sauce or paste typically made from a mixture of a variety of chili peppers with secondary ingredients such as shrimp paste, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, etc.
- Relish: A cooked, pickled, or chopped vegetable or fruit food item typically used as a condiment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chutney
- Wikipedia's article - Chutney
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