It is both. Chutney is an Indian word meaning "to lick". Chutneys are a prevalent part of meal time in the Indian subcontinent and many other parts of the world. This red apple chutney is an Anglo-Indian variant, more common in England than in India. The English make their chutney with tart fruit, such as an apple with sugar. When added to this vinegar gives it longer shelf life, unlike chutneys from India, which are usually eaten fresh.