Gooseberry Chutney
Gooseberry Chutney is a tangy, sweet, and spicy condiment originating from the Indian subcontinent. It's made by slow-cooking tart gooseberries (amla) with sugar or jaggery, vinegar, and a blend of spices like ginger, chili, and mustard seeds until it reaches a thick, jam-like consistency.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This chutney is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the fruit and added sweeteners, with minimal fat and protein. It is exceptionally high in Vitamin C and other antioxidants from the gooseberries, and a typical serving contains roughly 50-80 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 60 kcal |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Sugar | 13 g |
| Sodium | 85 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin A | 8 µg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
Per 2 tablespoons (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of Indian 'achar' or pickle-making, designed to preserve seasonal fruit for year-round use. Nutritionally, the gooseberry (amla) is a superfood, providing more Vitamin C per gram than an orange, which is largely retained in the chutney.
