Pear Chutney
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and aromatic Pear Chutney, a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Made with ripe pears, grated ginger, garlic, and a blend of warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom, this chutney is simmered to perfection with a tangy mix of apple cider vinegar and orange juice. A hint of red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while plump raisins enrich the texture and sweetness. Ideal as a condiment for cheese boards, roasted meats, or as a gourmet spread for sandwiches, this versatile chutney is easy to make in under an hour and stores beautifully for up to two weeks. A seasonal favorite, it’s a must-try recipe for adding a touch of elegance and bold flavor to your meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups ripe pears (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the pears into small cubes. Finely chop the onion and prepare the ginger and garlic by grating and mincing, respectively.
In a large saucepan, combine the diced pears, chopped onion, grated ginger, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and orange juice.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground cardamom, red chili flakes, and salt. Add the raisins and water to the mixture.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Simmer the chutney uncovered for 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the pears become tender.
Use the back of a spoon to gently mash some of the pears for a smoother consistency, if desired.
Remove the chutney from the heat and let it cool to room temperature. As it cools, the flavors will meld and intensify.
Transfer the pear chutney to a sterilized jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Serve the chutney with cheese, roasted meats, or as a flavorful spread on sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1255 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.1 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.8 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 259.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2189 mg | 47% | |
*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.
