From mango to tomato, 9 mouth-watering Indian chutneys to try
Garlic chutneyLehsun or garlic chutney is a delicacy from the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is made by mixing garlic, dry red chillies, cumin and lemon juice.
Tomato peanut chutneyTomato peanut chutney is an immensely popular chutney in south India. It is made by grinding tomatoes, peanuts, red chillies, ginger, tamarind and hing or asafoetida.
Green mango chutneyGreen mango chutney is made by grinding together raw mangoes, fresh coriander leaves, mint leaves, green chillies, ginger, garlic and asafetida. This is one of the most favourite chutneys across the country.
Coriander mint chutneyDhaniya and pudina chutney are a household favourite in India. It is made by mixing together mint, coriander, garlic, amchur, chillies, and family specific condiments.
Tomato chutneyTamatar chutney is widely consumed all over the country. It is made by roasting the tomatoes and then pureeing them with garlic and spices.
Pineapple chutneyPineapple chutney is a delicacy in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is made by cooking together pineapple, sugar, salt, nuts and dry red chilli.
Wild cucumber chutneyKachri or wild cucumber chutney is popular in Rajasthan. It is made by mixing wild cucumber, garlic, red chillies, yoghurt and some spices.
Fig chutneyThis may be sugary but is chockful of nutrients. Mix figs, pecans, sugar, salt, ginger, cayenne, garam masala and white vinegar to form this chutney.
Coconut chutneyThis is the most popular South Indian chutneys served with dishes like idli, dosa and vada among others. It contains ground coconut meat, dry chillies, garlic, ginger, curry leaves and mustard seeds.
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