Etymology. The word chutney derives from Hindi चटनी chaṭnī, deriving from चाटना chāṭnā 'to lick' or 'to eat with appetite'. In India, chutney refers to fresh and pickled preparations indiscriminately; however, several Indian languages use the word for fresh preparations only.

What do we call chutney in English?

/caṭanī/ nf. chutney variable noun. Chutney is a strong-tasting mixture of fruit, vinegar, sugar, and spices. sauce variable noun.

Is chutney British or Indian?

Chutney is a classic Indian food. We find it in hampers and gift baskets, buy it by the jar from delis to serve with snacks during every season. You can typically find it in the form of a condiment made from fruits and spices, preserved with sugar and vinegar.