Hot Indian Chutneys

Chutney or luscious dips enrich the Indian food. They are consumed in lesser quantity but you just need to taste them and you will find the reason for the delectable taste of Indian food. Chtney is also known as chammandhi in Malayalam and they are referred to as “Thottu-Kootan” in the Kerala Cuisine. Lets us sneak through some of the famous Indian Chutneys.

Coconut Chutney: One of the integral items that accompanies the famous South Indian Cuisine i.e Dosa, Idli, Vada etc. It is yellowish-white in color and the flavor can be changed by adding some green or red chilly.

Onion Chutney: This is another favorite of the south Indians and accompanies the South Indian Cuisine. This is generally made of red onions. The chutney is prepared from the sautéed or fresh onions.

Mango Chutney: Blend a near ripe mango with red chilly, some ginger, small onion and you get an absolutely delightful companion of the hot rice in dinner. The tangy taste and a deft preparation make the chutney a hot favorite among both, South and North India in summers.

Tamarind Chutney: Lip smacking tangy flavor that makes girls go after this. This is quite famous in North India and it is served with bhel, samosa, chat and pakoras (veg fries).