Pineapple Chutney

Bursting with tropical sweetness and a zesty kick, this Pineapple Chutney is a flavor-packed condiment that adds a gourmet touch to any meal. Made with ripe, juicy pineapple, sweet brown sugar, tangy white vinegar, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and crushed red chili flakes, this chutney strikes the perfect balance between sweet, savory, and spicy. The addition of raisins, fresh ginger, and red onion creates layers of texture and depth, while its slow-simmered preparation ensures a thick, glossy finish that's perfect for pairing with grilled meats, cheese boards, or even warm crusty bread. Ready in just 45 minutes and easy to store for up to two weeks, this homemade chutney is sure to become your go-to for elevating both casual meals and elegant entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pineapple (ripe, peeled, and finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup White vinegar
• 1 small Red onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 3 Cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare all ingredients: Peel and finely chop the pineapple, mince the garlic, finely chop the red onion, and grate the ginger.

Step 2

2. In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple, brown sugar, white vinegar, red onion, ginger, garlic, raisins, crushed red chili flakes, salt, and water.

Step 3

3. Add the cinnamon stick and cloves to the saucepan.

Step 4

4. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 5

5. Once the mixture starts bubbling, lower the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chutney thickens to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

6. Once the chutney thickens, remove the saucepan from heat and discard the cinnamon stick and cloves.

Step 7

7. Let the chutney cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 8

8. Transfer the chutney to a clean, airtight jar or container and refrigerate. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Step 9

9. Serve the pineapple chutney as a condiment with grilled meats, on a charcuterie board, or alongside cheese and crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(859.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	710.2

Total Fat 1.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1243.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 146.3g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 252.3mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1162.5mg	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: 1.9%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 95.2%