Chutí

Chutí is a term that can refer to different concepts depending on language and context, most commonly connected to chutney, a family of condiments in South Asian and related cuisines.

In culinary use, chutí (often spelled chutney, chatni, or chutni) denotes a sauce or relish made from fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. It can be fresh or cooked and may be sweet, sour, or spicy. Common varieties include green chutney (cilantro and mint), coconut chutney, and tamarind or mango chutneys, which accompany snacks such as samosas, dosas, curries, and rice. Preparation and flavor profiles vary by region. Chutí is typically ground or blended and seasoned with salt, chilies, sugar or jaggery, and spices such as mustard seeds, cumin, or coriander.

Etymology: chutney derives from Hindi chatnī, from Sanskrit caṭnī, meaning to crush or grind. The accent form chutí may appear in transliteration or in regional spellings.

Beyond cuisine, chutí can appear as a personal name or place name in some cultural contexts, though such uses are uncommon.

See also: chutney.