FRUIT CHUTNEY (ZWT - SOUTH AFRICA)

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This recipe was entered for ZWT & has been modified slightly. My source is: http://africhef.com/Chutney-Recipe.html. The intro is short & sweet ... "This easy South African Fruit Chutney recipe is 1 of the simplest I've come across & is well worth the slight effort taken to prepare it." (Yield & times have been estimated. Times do not include standing overnight or waiting period to mature)

Provided by twissis

Categories     Chutneys

Time 2h30m

Yield 1 3 lb, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb brown sugar
1/2 lb dried pears
1/2 lb dried apricot
1/2 lb dates
1/2 lb dried apple ring
1/2 lb sultana
1 cup onion (chopped)
4 cups water
3 garlic cloves (crushed)
2 cups cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated)
1/2 teaspoon ginger (freshly ground)

Steps:

  • Chop all dried fruit except the sultanas.
  • Place fruit & water in a lrg mixing bowl, cover & leave overnight.
  • Do not drain the fruit. Add the remaining ingredients & place in a heavy bottomed saucepan.
  • Simmer over low heat (stirring constantly) till the sugar has dissolved.
  • Bring to a boil & then lower heat. Allow to simmer (uncovered) for approx 1 1/2 hrs or till thick, stirring occ.
  • Pour chutney mixture into sterilized jars while still hot. Fill to ½ in below the top. Cover w/an airtight plastic lid. Do not use a metal lid because the action of the spices & vinegar will cause corrosion.
  • Leave the chutney to mature in a cool, dark, dry place for 6-8 weeks before use.
  • NOTE: This fruit chutney may be used in curries, almost any dish that has rice as an accompaniment & also to tasty up pasta dishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4935.6, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 519, Carbohydrate 1270.3, Fiber 84.6, Sugar 1117.3, Protein 29.9

Darren Inglis
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This chutney is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of fruits and spices.


Alisher Boss
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This chutney is a great way to add some sweetness and tanginess to your dishes. I love it on chicken and fish.


Sooyaalka Dunida
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I made this chutney for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great addition to any cheese plate.


James A McMahan Sr (Hillbilly)
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This chutney is a great way to use up leftover fruit. It's also a great gift.


Hanif Dildar
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This chutney is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of fruits and spices.


King Squad Gaming yt
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This chutney is a great way to add some sweetness and tanginess to your dishes. I love it on chicken and fish.


Geoffrey Kabira
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I followed the recipe exactly and my chutney turned out perfectly. It's thick and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness and acidity.


jawad JA
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This is the best chutney I've ever had. It's so flavorful and delicious. I can't get enough of it!


Bikram Thapa
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I love this chutney! It's so versatile. I've used it on chicken, fish, and even vegetables. It's always a hit.


Selimat Adepeju
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This chutney is delicious! I made it for a party and it was a hit. Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Tshepo Motaung
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This chutney is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I had some apples and oranges that were about to go bad, so I decided to make a batch of chutney. It turned out great! The chutney is sweet and tangy, with a nice spice kick. I've been enjoying it


Singer Sajjad Ali Khoso official
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I followed the recipe exactly and my chutney turned out perfectly. It's thick and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness and acidity. I can't wait to try it on some grilled chicken.


Melody Mcmanus
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This is my new favorite chutney recipe. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of sweet and sour, and the spices add a nice depth of flavor. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.


Riyad Riyad
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This chutney is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors. I used a variety of fruits, including apples, oranges, and pineapple, and the result was a delicious and versatile condiment that I've been enjoying on everything from chicken to cheese.