This Fresh Guava Chutney is a delicious way to enjoy ripe guava in a savoury form. It is fresh, tangy, mildly spicy, and slightly sweet, while coriander and mint add a refreshing flavour.
Made with fresh guava, coriander, mint, green chilli, and a few simple spices, this easy Indian chutney comes together in just a few minutes. As a result, it is perfect for parathas, pakoras, sandwiches, chaat, and everyday Indian meals.
Why You Will Love This Guava Chutney
- Fresh and flavourful
- Ready in just a few minutes
- Uses simple ingredients
- Naturally sweet and tangy
- No cooking required
- No artificial colour or preservatives
- Delicious with Indian snacks and meals
Ingredients
Makes about 1½ cups of chutney
- Ripe guava – 250 g, washed and chopped
- Fresh coriander leaves – 1 cup, loosely packed
- Fresh mint leaves – ½ cup, loosely packed
- Green chilli – 1, or more to taste
- Fresh ginger – 1 teaspoon, chopped
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Roasted cumin powder – 1 teaspoon
- Chaat masala – ½ teaspoon
- Salt – ¾ teaspoon, or to taste
- Sugar – 1 teaspoon, optional
- Water – 2–3 tablespoons, as needed
How to Make Guava Chutney
Prepare the Guava
First, wash the guava thoroughly and pat it dry.
Next, cut the fruit into small pieces. If the guava has very hard seeds, remove the harder central portion. However, soft seeds can be blended along with the fruit.
Blend the Chutney
To begin, place the chopped guava, coriander, mint, green chilli, and ginger in a blender.
Then, add the roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, and salt. Blend everything until the mixture becomes smooth but still has a little texture.
After that, add the lemon juice and sugar if needed. Blend briefly once again.
Meanwhile, check the consistency. If the chutney is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend again.
Finally, taste the chutney and adjust the salt, lemon juice, or green chilli according to your preference.
How to Serve Guava Chutney
This fresh guava chutney pairs beautifully with many Indian snacks and meals. For example, you can serve it with:
- Aloo paratha
- Methi puri
- Pakoras
- Samosas
- Kachori
- Dhokla
- Chaat
- Sandwiches
- Rice and dal
- Roti or paratha
In addition, it makes a delicious spread for an Indian-style sandwich.
Recipe Notes
Choose ripe but firm guava. Very soft guava can make the chutney watery. Therefore, slightly firm ripe fruit works best.
Do not add too much water. Guava already contains moisture, so begin with just 1 tablespoon. Then, add more only when necessary.
Adjust the sweetness. Some guavas are naturally sweet, while others are more tart. For this reason, sugar is completely optional.
Keep the flavour fresh. Fresh lemon juice adds a pleasant brightness. At the same time, it balances the sweetness of the guava.
For a smoother chutney, strain it through a fine sieve after blending if your guava has many hard seeds.
For a thicker chutney, simply use less water while blending. As a result, the finished chutney will have a richer, thicker consistency.
For more heat, add another green chilli according to your taste.
Storage
For the best taste and colour, enjoy this chutney fresh.
However, if you have leftovers, transfer the guava chutney to a clean, airtight glass container. Refrigerate it and use within 2 days.
Since this is a fresh chutney without preservatives, I recommend making a small batch rather than storing it for several days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make guava chutney without mint?
Yes. You can replace the mint with additional fresh coriander. As a result, the chutney will have a stronger coriander flavour.
Should I remove guava seeds?
You do not always need to remove soft guava seeds. However, if your guava has hard seeds, remove the central portion or strain the chutney after blending.
Can I make guava chutney without sugar?
Yes. Sugar is optional. If your guava is naturally sweet, you may not need it at all.
Is guava chutney spicy?
This recipe is mildly spicy with one green chilli. Therefore, you can increase or decrease the chilli according to your taste.
How long does guava chutney last?
For the freshest flavour, refrigerate it in an airtight container and use it within 2 days. Because the chutney contains no preservatives, it is best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition Information
Approximate per 2 tablespoons:
- Calories: 25 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Fibre: 1.5 g
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
Nutrition information is an estimate and can vary according to the ingredients and quantities used.