Pear Chutney

Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and aromatic Pear Chutney, a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Made with ripe pears, grated ginger, garlic, and a blend of warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom, this chutney is simmered to perfection with a tangy mix of apple cider vinegar and orange juice. A hint of red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while plump raisins enrich the texture and sweetness. Ideal as a condiment for cheese boards, roasted meats, or as a gourmet spread for sandwiches, this versatile chutney is easy to make in under an hour and stores beautifully for up to two weeks. A seasonal favorite, it’s a must-try recipe for adding a touch of elegance and bold flavor to your meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups ripe pears (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.75 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup orange juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and dice the pears into small cubes. Finely chop the onion and prepare the ginger and garlic by grating and mincing, respectively.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine the diced pears, chopped onion, grated ginger, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and orange juice.

Step 3

Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground cardamom, red chili flakes, and salt. Add the raisins and water to the mixture.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Simmer the chutney uncovered for 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the pears become tender.

Step 6

Use the back of a spoon to gently mash some of the pears for a smoother consistency, if desired.

Step 7

Remove the chutney from the heat and let it cool to room temperature. As it cools, the flavors will meld and intensify.

Step 8

Transfer the pear chutney to a sterilized jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 9

Serve the chutney with cheese, roasted meats, or as a flavorful spread on sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1468.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1298.2

Total Fat 1.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1254.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.8g	0%
Total Sugars 259.5g
Protein 8.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 285.0mg	0%
Iron 5.1mg	0%
Potassium 2189.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.0%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 96.5%