Sugar-Free Caramelised Onion Chutney
Sweet, tangy, and utterly addictive, this Sugar-Free Caramelised Onion Chutney is a healthier twist on a classic condiment, perfect for elevating your meals. Made with naturally sweet red onions, grated apple, and a medley of aromatic spices like cinnamon and ginger, this recipe skips the sugar without sacrificing flavor. A splash of balsamic and apple cider vinegars adds depth, while fresh thyme lends an earthy note. Slowly simmered to perfection, this sugar-free chutney boasts a rich, velvety texture that pairs beautifully with cheese boards, sandwiches, roasted meats, or even a humble slice of toast. Ready in just over an hour, it's a low-calorie, refined-sugar-free condiment that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Store it in the fridge, and enjoy a burst of bold flavor anytime you need it!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large red onions
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup water
- 1 medium grated apple
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the red onions.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes until they become very soft and start to brown. Lower the heat if necessary to avoid burning.
Once the onions are well caramelised, add the balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce to the pan.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper.
Add the grated apple, water, and fresh thyme sprigs.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30-35 minutes. Stir occasionally and add a little more water if the chutney becomes too thick.
Once the chutney has thickened to your desired consistency and the flavors have melded nicely, remove the sprigs of thyme.
Allow the chutney to cool slightly, then transfer it to a sterilized jar.
Store the chutney in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2991 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1581 mg | 34% | |
*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.
