chutney

noun

chut·​ney ˈchət-nē How to pronounce chutney (audio)
plural chutneys
: a thick sauce of Indian origin that contains fruits, vinegar, sugar, and spices and is used as a condiment

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Add-ons include mashed potatoes with gravy ($12), 8 dinner rolls ($8), cranberry-apple chutney ($8), Brussels sprouts ($18), mac ‘n cheese ($18), cheese and charcuterie ($40), and shrimp cocktail ($22/dozen). Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024 Slice as desired; serve with applesauce or chutney. Jessica B. Harris, Southern Living, 10 Oct. 2024 This rustic millet flatbread paired with a fiery garlic chutney highlights the earthy and robust flavors of rural Rajasthan. Kaila Yu, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024 The dish relies on varied textures: a starchy base, crispy toppings, and tangy sauces or chutneys. Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 4 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chutney 

Word History

Etymology

Hindi caṭnī & Urdu chaṭnī

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chutney was in 1792

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“Chutney.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chutney. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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