Anglo-Indian Apple, Date and Raisin Chutney (Relish)
A sweet, tangy Anglo-Indian relish of simmered apples, dates, raisins, vinegar, and warm spices.
About this recipe
An easy-to-make, delicious Apple and Date Chutney which is more like a relish than a regular chutney. Made with chopped apples, sweet dates, raisins, vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, and cinnamon.
This Apple and Date Chutney is a perfect accompaniment to any roast dinner, or as a vibrant relish with steamed rice and curry, or even with fresh crusty bread and hot chapatis.
Ingredients
13 items · scaled for 6 servings
Method & Preparation
5 steps to perfection
Cooking Steps
- 1
Heat the cooking oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and add the cinnamon sticks, chopped ginger, and chopped garlic. Sauté for a minute until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- 2
Add the chopped apples, dates, raisins, brown sugar, vinegar, mild chili powder, cumin powder, and salt along with 2 cups of water.
- 3
Mix well and bring to a simmer over low heat. Cook gently, stirring from time to time to prevent the mixture from sticking or burning.
- 4
Continue simmering until the apples are tender and the chutney thickens to a glossy, rich jam-like consistency.
- 5
Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Transfer to a clean glass jar and store in the refrigerator.
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