Sauces/Pestos, Dips & Sauces

Easy Apple Chutney

Name: Easy Apple Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 0.4 tablespoon sesame oil; 0.4 teaspoon black mustard seeds; 1.6 tablespoon curry leaves; 0.8 tablespoon cumin seeds; 8 apples (peeled, cored, and diced into small pieces); 0.8 cup fennel bulbs (chopped); 1.6 tablespoon ginger (finely chopped); 0.8 teaspoon chili flakes; 0.8 tablespoon asafoetida; 0.4 teaspoon turmeric powder; 0.4 teaspoon cinnamon powder; 0.8 cup vinegar; 0.8 cup brown sugar; 0.8 tablespoon salt

By Dada Shivananda

Easy Apple Chutney tastes even better when made with fresh, seasonal produce. This sweet and savory apple chutney is an excellent way to use surplus fresh, juicy apples during harvest season and works perfectly as an accompaniment to rice, vegan tacos, or any meat-substitute dish.

Sweet and spicy is a universally popular combination, and this recipe hits all the right notes. The ginger and chili add a gentle heat, while vinegar contributes a tangy-sour note. The curry, asafoetida, mustard seeds, and spices provide the classic curry flavor, and the fennel complements the apples wonderfully. All these flavors meld together when cooked in sesame oil, resulting in a well-balanced chutney.

Instead of buying ready-made jars, this chutney is quick, easy, and healthier to make at home. Simply combine all the ingredients, bring to a boil, and simmer until the flavors blend beautifully. Once cooled, store the chutney in clean, sterilized mason jars for at least a month to allow the apples to macerate and absorb all the flavors.

Nutritional Benefits: Apples offer immense health benefits by lowering blood pressure, reducing bad cholesterol levels, and even preventing cancer due to their powerful antioxidant properties. Rich in vitamin C, they boost immune function, support weight loss, and help regulate blood sugar levels. Additionally, apples are high in fiber, minerals, and other potent plant compounds that promote overall health. Fennel adds anti-inflammatory benefits, supports proper blood formation, aids in weight loss, and contributes to clear skin, thanks to its antioxidants, fiber, and minerals.

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time75 min