Description
This Homemade Peach Chutney is a sweet and tangy condiment bursting with fresh peaches, raisins, dried cranberries, and a blend of warm spices. Perfect as a flavorful topping or dip for pork, ham, chicken, turkey, or sandwiches. Made with natural fruit pectin to achieve a perfect thick consistency.
Ingredients
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Chutney Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced (about 6–7 peaches)
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup sweet onion, diced
- 1 jar McCormick crystallized ginger (about 2 oz or 1/4 cup chopped)
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 7 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 pouch Certo liquid fruit pectin
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches: Peel and dice the fresh peaches, measuring out about 4 cups (from 6–7 peaches). Set aside.
- Combine ingredients: In a large pot, add the peaches, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, raisins, dried cranberries, diced onion, crystallized ginger, sea salt, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, ground ginger, and granulated sugar. Do not add the pectin yet.
- Cook the chutney: Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring regularly to prevent sticking or scorching. Once boiling, continue to stir constantly for one minute.
- Add pectin: Remove the pot from heat and immediately stir in the Certo liquid fruit pectin. Continue to stir for about 5 minutes as it cools slightly. This ensures the chutney thickens properly.
- Serve or store: Serve the chutney at room temperature as a topping for pork, ham, chicken, or turkey. Alternatively, use as a dip or sandwich spread.
- Storage: Transfer the chutney into airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 4 months in a freezer-safe container. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and remove from fridge 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure stirring constantly during boiling to prevent burning and achieve even cooking.
- Use fresh peaches for best flavor, but frozen peeled peaches can be a substitute if fresh are unavailable.
- Adjust sugar quantity slightly if you prefer sweeter or less sweet chutney.
- Allow chutney to cool before sealing jars if preserving for longer storage.
- This chutney pairs excellently with grilled meats and cheese boards.
