Cranberry-Apple Chutney Recipe
This Cranberry-Apple Chutney is a vibrant and tangy condiment blending tart cranberries, sweet apples, and warm spices. Perfect as a flavorful accompaniment to roasted meats or cheeses, it combines a balance of sweetness, acidity, and texture, enhanced by toasted walnuts for crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 3 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chutney Base
- 1–1/4 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2 large tart apples, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Garnish
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Syrup: In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and water, then bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar completely.
- Simmer the Syrup: Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the syrup simmer uncovered for 3 minutes to slightly thicken.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Carefully stir in the cranberries, chopped apples, onion, golden raisins, brown sugar, cider vinegar, cinnamon, salt, allspice, and cloves into the saucepan, mixing thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- Cook the Chutney: Return the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally until the chutney thickens to the desired consistency and the fruit softens.
- Finish with Walnuts: Remove the chutney from heat and stir in the toasted chopped walnuts to add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweetness and texture.
- Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant to enhance their flavor.
- Store chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- This chutney pairs wonderfully with roasted poultry, pork, or as a flavorful spread with cheeses.
Keywords: cranberry chutney, apple chutney, holiday chutney, sweet and sour chutney, chutney with walnuts, cranberry sauce alternative
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