Spiced Apple Chutney
This spiced apple chutney transforms unripe apples into a sweet-savory condiment perfect for meats, cheese boards, or sandwiches.
Equipment
- Cutting board and knife
- Large heavy-bottomed pot
- Wooden Spoon
- Sterilized glass jars with lids
- Jar funnel (optional but helpful)
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 6 cups chopped windfall unripe apples, peeled and cored
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 ¾ cups brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and chop the unripe apples into small chunks. Finely chop the onions and mince garlic and ginger.
- Place all ingredients into a large heavy-bottomed pot. Stir to combine.
- Set the pot over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring often.
- Reduce heat and simmer gently for about 45–60 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens and darkens.
- Spoon the hot chutney into sterilized jars. Seal and allow to cool before refrigerating or canning for longer storage.
Notes
- Let chutney cool completely before sealing jars for the fridge.
- Great hostess or holiday gift idea when jarred with a ribbon.