Chutney is a South Asian condiment that's popular in Europe and North America. Made from fruit, sugar, vinegar and spices, chutney is cooked until reduced to a jam-like consistency. The term chutney also applies to uncooked vegetable-based chutneys that are prepared from vegetables or herbs in various cuisines.

A popular accompaniment for Indian curries or cheese platters, chutney may be mild or hot, smooth or chunky. Sweet-sour mango chutney is one of the most well-known, although fruit-based chutneys may be made from peaches, apples, tomatoes, pomegranates and many other principal ingredients.