Plum Chutney

⏳ Time

1 hour

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

Plum chutney is a delicious condiment that enhances the flavor of various dishes. It combines ripe plums with a blend of spices and sweeteners to create a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. This versatile chutney can be served with grilled meats, cheese platters, or as a spread on sandwiches.

Ingredients

Plums - 2 lbs
Shallot - 5.3 oz
Bay leaf - 2 pieces
Cinnamon - 1 piece
Clove - 5 pieces
Allspice berries - ½ spoons
Grated Ginger Root - ½ spoons
Brown Sugar - 14.1 oz
Oranges - 1 piece
Vegetable Oil - 1 fl oz
Cider - 10 fl oz

Step by Step guide

Step 1

Thinly slice the shallots. In a large deep skillet, pour in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, place it over low heat, and add the shallots. Gently sauté the shallots, stirring occasionally, until they caramelize to a dark golden color (be careful not to let the shallots burn or roast!).

Step 2

Cut the plums in half, remove the pit, and slice them into quarters.

Step 3

Grate the zest from the orange using a fine grater.

Step 4

Juice the orange, pour it into a measuring cup, and add cider until the total volume reaches 450 ml.

Step 5

In the skillet, add the bay leaf, allspice, and the remaining spices, along with the citrus zest and plums. Mix well.

Step 6

Pour in the juice with the cider, add the sugar, set to low heat, and wait until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and reduce the liquid until it reaches a thick syrup consistency.

Step 7

Spoon the chutney into sterilized jars and seal with a lid. Allow the chutney to rest for 2-3 weeks before opening the jar. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.