Description
A unique and flavorful rhubarb chutney that combines tartness, spices, and sweetness, perfect for complementing a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 4 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/3 cup golden raisins
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring, optional
Instructions
- Combine sugar, cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, crushed red pepper flakes, and ground cloves in a large saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in chopped rhubarb, red onion, and golden raisins.
- Continue to cook and stir over medium heat until rhubarb is tender and mixture thickens, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- If desired, stir in red food coloring for added vibrancy.
- Cool to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container.
- Store in the refrigerator for optimal freshness.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh rhubarb and adjust sweetness to your liking. Experiment with different spices for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg