Chutney

This tangy, spicy chutney is a twist on southern pickled watermelon rind. Active time: 45 min Start to finish: 25 1/2 hr (includes chilling)

The mangoes must be completely unripe in order to achieve the firm, chunky texture desired for this chutney. This recipe was created to accompany Lamb Stew with Black Mustard Seeds. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Here's a tangy relish to go with ham, roasted pork or the Thanksgiving turkey.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Stilton Tart with Cranberry Chutney .

This recipe is an accompaniment for Panfried Pressed Poussins .

The word chutney comes from the Hindustani chatni, which means "strong spices." The sweet juiciness of golden pineapples — much more intensely flavored than ordinary pineapples — balances the spices with the lusciousness that only tropical foods possess. But you can substitute regular pineapple if you cannot find the golden variety, and the chutney will still be complementary. Serve it with Jerked Pork Chops or any grilled meat.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 1 hr

Lowcountry cooking is full of ideas that seem foreign to outsiders. This sweet and spicy chutney is the perfect foil for salty country ham. Ground together, the two form a paste for memorable appetizers.

This recipe was created to accompany Poached Loin of Lamb . Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe originally accompanied Roast Beef, Basil, and Spicy Tomato Chutney Lavash Sandwiches.

Cilantro and a handful of basic spices brings vibrant green color and rich flavor to broiled chicken thighs. Served with rice or naan, this is a weeknight win.

A steak dinner that’s more about the sauce than the meat.

Whether spooned over cheese, layered in a sandwich, or blended into a smoothie, this flavorful sauce is a guaranteed hit any time of the year.

This scallion chutney from chef Preeti Mistry comes together in minutes and will make anything taste better.

If using frozen cranberries, which are just as good for this recipe, don’t bother thawing them first.

Red onions add sweetness and lend color to this chutney, but any onion will work.