The Jewish Voice and Opinion: Sauce or Condiment? Two Savory Selections

Elephant Green Chili Chutney Chutney is a classic sauce of India, made with vinegar, spices, and sugar. Best described as zesty, sweet, and spicy, Elephant Green Chili Chutney provides a unique taste profile, a fusion of citrus and spice. We enjoyed the unusual taste profile that is not traditionally found in kosher cuisine. It is fragrant, delivering complex layers of sweet and heat, tangy, citrusy, with the spice of chilies coming through gradually. They use simple, recognizable ingredients: vinegar, cilantro, green chili, coconut, salt, and sugar. One tablespoon contains 25 calories, 3 grams of sugar, and 210 mg of sodium, making it a relatively healthy condiment. Elephant Green Chili Chutney is a versatile sauce that can be dipped, drizzled, or used for simmering or sautéing. Tanzie suggests that chutney pairs well with cheese and recommends combining chutney with whipped cream cheese as a spread for a bagel. Consider adding chutney as a side to a vegetable and cheese platter. Our testers felt that it worked well as a dip for chips and fries, and complements heavy/ fatty foods as an alternative to horseradish. You can add a dollop on top of your brisket or grilled salmon. We have tried drizzling it on fish, spreading it on chicken, and even on hard-boiled eggs. Or use it as a sauce to cook meat or tofu. Elephant Green Chili Chutney can be purchased online Sauce or Condiment? We like the way sauces allow each diner to select their own flavor profile, adding more, less, or omitting the spice entirely. We were excited to discover Miller’s Banana Pepper Sauce and Elephant Green Chili Chutney, both bridge the space between condiment and sauce, and offer a healthier way to punch up the flavor profile without adding too much sugar and sodium. Enjoy the combination of sweet and heat. Happy eating.