Apple and Tomato Chutney

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tart apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 2 ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• Salt, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, coriander, ginger, cinnamon, and cayenne and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the apples, tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and salt and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 30 minutes.
6. Let cool, then transfer to jars or other containers and refrigerate.

Interesting Facts

• Chutney is a popular condiment in India and other parts of South Asia.
• It’s usually a mixture of fruits, vegetables, and spices that is cooked down to a thick sauce.
• Chutney can be used as a condiment, to add flavor to sandwiches and curries, or as a dip or spread.
• The ingredients used in chutney vary widely, but some of the most popular are tomatoes, apples, and mangoes.