Cranberry Shallot Chutney
Elevate your holiday table—or any meal—with this vibrant Cranberry Shallot Chutney, a sweet-tangy condiment that’s bursting with fresh flavors and warming spices. Made with juicy cranberries, caramelized shallots, and a perfect blend of apple cider vinegar, freshly squeezed orange juice, and fragrant spices like cinnamon and ginger, this chutney balances tart and sweet in every bite. Finished with a touch of orange zest for a citrusy zing, it’s the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, a charcuterie board, or even as a gourmet sandwich spread. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile recipe is as easy to make as it is impressive and stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week. Add this homemade cranberry chutney to your seasonal staples for a dish that’s as festive as it is flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 4 shallots, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the thinly sliced shallots and cook until they are softened and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper, and cook for an additional 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, orange juice, and water to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the chutney has thickened.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the orange zest.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more sugar for sweetness or more vinegar for tangy flavor.
Let the chutney cool to room temperature before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve as a condiment with roasted meats, cheeses, or as a sandwich spread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 610 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.4 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 662 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
