Plum Chutney
Chutney a sweet and sour condiment, like a relish, originating from India. Chutney contains fruit and sugar to give it a sweet taste, and vinegar and onions to give it a sour flavor. The ingredients are mixed together and then simmered slowly. There are many variations of spices, giving it a hot and spicy flavor too. It's fantastic, with meats and cheeses, for dinner or a snack. This one came out perfect, it was something, that was on my "culinary to try list", I am glad I finally made some, it was fantastic with the pork chops we had for dinner. I think I may make some for Christmas, to give as gifts, and keep some for ourselves.
Plum Chutney
1 kilo red plums
4-5 shallots
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
200 ml vinegar
6 tablespoons water
4-5 cinnamon sticks
200 grams brown sugar ( I used white....thats what I had)
**** I also added some cloves 9-10, and 1 cup dried cranberries.
**** I think some ginger would also be fantastic, and some golden raisins
Cut up the plums, removing the stones, but leaving the skins on.
Chop up the shallots, and sauté in a heavy bottom pan for about 5 mins, just until soft.
Next add in the plums, water, vinegar, sugar, and cinnamon sticks ( and anything else you might like to add).
Stir till sugar is dissolved, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, till fruit is soft, and mixture thickens up.
When ready, spoon into hot, sterilized jars, seal with lid and let cool completely.
Enjoy !
xo, Diana
shallots, red plums, sugar, cinnamon sticks, olive oil and vinegar |
chop up the plums, removing the pits, and leaving the skins on |
slice up the shallots |
sauté the shallots in olive oil |
add the sugar, vinegar, water and cinnamon sticks ( |
stir till fruit is soft and mixture is slightly thickened 15-20 mins. |
spoon into hot sterilized jars |
I served the Plum Chutney with Pork Chops, it was delicious |
Plum Chutney
1 kilo red plums
4-5 shallots
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
200 ml vinegar
6 tablespoons water
4-5 cinnamon sticks
200 grams brown sugar ( I used white....thats what I had)
**** I also added some cloves 9-10, and 1 cup dried cranberries.
**** I think some ginger would also be fantastic, and some golden raisins
Cut up the plums, removing the stones, but leaving the skins on.
Chop up the shallots, and sauté in a heavy bottom pan for about 5 mins, just until soft.
Next add in the plums, water, vinegar, sugar, and cinnamon sticks ( and anything else you might like to add).
Stir till sugar is dissolved, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, till fruit is soft, and mixture thickens up.
When ready, spoon into hot, sterilized jars, seal with lid and let cool completely.
Enjoy !
xo, Diana
Gostei muito do teu chutney. Agora é só puxar pela imaginação e aplicá-lo em pratos que forem surgindo na cozinha.Uma sugestão bem interessante.
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