Chutneys, Pickles and Relishes

These are an indispensable element at the Indian table, and there are literally hundreds of different recipes, from a simple coarse purée of apple, mint and coriander to mind-blowingly hot chilli pickles that have been left to cook in glass jars under the baking sun. Although, certainly in the UK, you can buy some jolly good Indian condiments, here I have included just a few simple ones which will give you an authentic taste of Indian food.