This Hot & Spicy Pepper & Apricot Chutney is a vibrant Indian-style condiment that balances sweet dried fruits with fiery red peppers. The combination of tangy apricots, plump raisins, and sharp red wine vinegar creates a complex flavor profile that cuts through rich foods beautifully. With warm spices like cumin and mustard seeds, plus a kick from red pepper flakes, this chutney offers both heat and depth. It’s perfect alongside grilled meats, cheese boards, or as a side to curries. Easy to make and keeps well in the fridge, itâÂÂs a versatile addition to any pantry.
Hot & Spicy Pepper & Apricot Chutney
Description
This Hot & Spicy Pepper & Apricot Chutney is a vibrant Indian-style condiment that balances sweet dried fruits with fiery red peppers. The combination of tangy apricots, plump raisins, and sharp red wine vinegar creates a complex flavor profile that cuts through rich foods beautifully. With warm spices like cumin and mustard seeds, plus a kick from red pepper flakes, this chutney offers both heat and depth. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect alongside grilled meats, cheese boards, or as a side to curries. Easy to make and keeps well in the fridge, itâÂÂs a versatile addition to any pantry.Ingredients
Directions
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Dice the sweet red peppers into 1/4-inch pieces.
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Slice the peeled gingerroot into thin slivers.
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Finely chop the large onion.
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Thinly sliver the garlic cloves.
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Combine diced peppers, dried apricots, raisins, chopped onion, slivered garlic, gingerroot, salt, red pepper flakes, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and sugar in a large saucepan.
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Cook uncovered over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the red wine vinegar.
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Continue cooking, stirring often, until the mixture is shiny, thickened, and the fruit is tender, about 30-35 minutes.
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Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
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Transfer to a jar, cover, and refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 44.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.4g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 5.7mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 9.9g4%
- Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
- Sugars 6.0g
- Protein 1.4g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3-4 weeks.
Ingredient Tip: Ensure red peppers are thoroughly cored and seeded to avoid excessive bitterness.
Variation: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the heat level according to your preference.
Serving Suggestion: Pairs excellently with grilled chicken, lamb, cheese platters, or as a side to spicy curries.
