Savor the tang of Green Tomato Chutney, a spicy and sweet condiment perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes. This recipe transforms end-of-season tomatoes into a delightful blend of flavors.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time35 minutesmins
Total Time40 minutesmins
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 10servings
Calories: 75kcal
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Ingredients
1tbsppeanut oil
1clovegarlicpeeled and minced
2jalapeno pepperswith seeds, chopped
3shallotspeeled and chopped
1/4cupuncrystallized candied gingeravailable at Trader Joes or use 1-2 tablespoons of fresh ginger, and consider adding a little more sweetener
1green bell pepperLarge, cored, seeded and chopped
10green tomatoescored and chopped
sea salt
2cardamom pods
1/2tspmustard seed
1/2tspcoriander seed
1/2tspcumin seed
1/4tspcayenne pepper
1/2cupapple cider vinegar
2tbspbrown sugar
Instructions
Heat peanut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic, jalapenos, shallots, ginger, and bell peppers. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add green tomatoes and salt. Cook, stirring the contents of the pan around, for another 2 minutes.
Add the spices (mustard seed through cayenne), stir around for a minute or two, and then add the vinegar and the sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes more.
Allow to cool a bit and taste for seasoning. Add more salt, cayenne, or sugar, if needed. Spoon into glass jar(s) and store in the refrigerator...it should keep for about a month.