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Green Tomato & Apple Chutney #2

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This vibrant Green Tomato and Apple Chutney offers a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Made with tart green apples, sultanas, and dates, it provides a rich, complex taste that complements Indian curries, cheese boards, and roasted meats beautifully. The slow simmering process melds the ingredients into a thick, glossy sauce with a wonderful texture. Ideal for preserving the bounty of late summer tomatoes, this chutney improves with age, making it a fantastic homemade gift or pantry staple.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 11
Calories: 120
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This vibrant Green Tomato and Apple Chutney offers a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Made with tart green apples, sultanas, and dates, it provides a rich, complex taste that complements Indian curries, cheese boards, and roasted meats beautifully. The slow simmering process melds the ingredients into a thick, glossy sauce with a wonderful texture. Ideal for preserving the bounty of late summer tomatoes, this chutney improves with age, making it a fantastic homemade gift or pantry staple.
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Green tomatoes, thinly sliced (yields about 6 cups)
  • 3 medium Onions, peeled and chopped
  • 6 cups Tart green apples, peeled and chopped
  • 1.5 cups Malt vinegar
  • 1.5 cups Packed brown sugar
  • 3 cups Sultana raisins
  • 1 cup Chopped dates
  • 1.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
  • 0.25 cup Pickling spice
  • 1 pinch Salt, for drawing out moisture
Directions
  1. 1
    Thinly slice the green tomatoes to yield approximately 6 cups.
  2. 2
    Place the sliced tomatoes in a large shallow dish and sprinkle with salt.
  3. 3
    Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to draw out excess moisture.
  4. 4
    Drain the tomatoes thoroughly the next day, discarding the released liquid.
  5. 5
    Transfer the drained tomatoes to a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  6. 6
    Add the chopped onions, peeled and chopped apples, malt vinegar, brown sugar, raisins, chopped dates, and ground ginger to the saucepan.
  7. 7
    Place the pickling spices in a piece of cheesecloth and tie it securely to form a spice bag.
  8. 8
    Add the spice bag to the saucepan with the tomato mixture.
  9. 9
    Stir all ingredients together until well combined.
  10. 10
    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  11. 11
    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
  12. 12
    Simmer the chutney for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
  13. 13
    Remove and discard the cheesecloth spice bag.
  14. 14
    Ladle the hot chutney into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/2-inch headspace at the top.
  15. 15
    Wipe the rims of the jars clean with a damp cloth.
  16. 16
    Seal the jars with lids and bands, then process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper preservation.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 11

Amount Per Serving
Calories 120kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 50mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 22g
Protein 0.5g1%

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

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