Cranberry-Fig Chutney

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A sweet, tangy, and spiced condiment perfect for pairing with roasted meats or cheese boards
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Cranberry-Fig Chutney

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 739.2

Description

This vibrant Cranberry-Fig Chutney offers a complex interplay of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors. Fresh cranberries provide a bright acidity, balanced by the deep, jammy sweetness of dried figs and currants. Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves infuse the mixture, while fresh ginger and orange add a zesty kick. Toasted walnuts contribute a delightful crunch and earthiness. Ideal as a accompaniment to roast turkey, pork, or goat cheese, this versatile condiment brings a homemade elegance to any holiday table or casual dinner. It stores well, making it a wonderful gift or pantry staple.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel and finely shred the ginger root.
  2. Quarter and finely chop the navel orange.
  3. Finely dice the onion.
  4. Finely snip the dried figs.
  5. Toast and coarsely chop the walnuts.
  6. Combine cranberries, orange, onion, currants, figs, walnuts, mustard seed, shredded ginger, vinegar, and whiskey in a 4-quart saucepan.
  7. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and cayenne pepper thoroughly.
  8. Add the dry spice mixture to the saucepan and stir to combine with the fruit and liquid ingredients.
  9. Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches a boil.
  10. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  11. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  12. Transfer to a jar, cover, and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 1 year.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 739.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.7g3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 12.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 192.0g64%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g33%
Sugars 177.6g
Protein 1.7g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chutney, cranberry, fig, ginger, orange, walnuts, spiced, condiment, holiday, roast, turkey, pork, cheese, preserves, simmered, fruit, tart, sweet, cinnamon
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