Serve these chutneys alongside snacks, or spread them in wraps or sandwiches and enjoy their vibrant flavors.
What is Chutney
Chutney is a dipping sauce or relish made with a variety of fresh herbs, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and sometimes, even yogurt. Chutney can be sweet, spicy, tangy or a combination of flavors.
These flavorful condiments are made with seasonal ingredients using a mortar or pestle or a blender.
How is Chutney Served
Chutneys are a huge part of Indian cuisine. I would guess and say there are over 50 kinds of chutneys in India, and I’m pretty sure that’s an understatement 🙂 In northern India, chutneys are an intregral part of Chaat, which refers to popular Indian street food dishes, including samosa, dahi vada and pakora, just to name a few. They also make for a great spread for popular wraps and sandwiches, like Paneer Frankie, Chicken Kathi Roll and Bombay Toast. In the south, fresh coconut is used as a key ingredients in many recipes. These chutneys are commonly served with Idli and dosa.
How to Store or Freeze
I store chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Many times, I make a large batch and transfer the extra chutney into ice cube trays. Then I seal it and freeze it for up to 3 months. To re-use, I thaw out the desired portion in the fridge overnight.
Indian Chutney Recipes
In this list, I have included the most popular three Indian Sauces - Cilantro Chutney or hari chutney, Mint Chutney or pudina chutney, and Tamarind Chutney, also called Imli chutney. I hope you enjoy these recipes for popular chutneys in Indian cuisine. If there’s a chutney recipe you’d like to add to this collection, simply comment below and let us know!
