Pear Chutney

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Pear Chutney
45 min.
100
53kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your culinary repertoire with a delightful twist, our Pear Chutney recipe is the perfect addition! This versatile condiment is not only vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also bursts with flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. It's a unique fusion of sweet and spicy that complements a wide array of dishes, from savory entrées to charcuterie boards.

Picture this: tender chunks of ripe pears combined with the warmth of ground spices, the zing of green bell pepper, and the sweetness of raisins. The addition of crystallized ginger introduces a delightful kick that sets this chutney apart from the ordinary. Whether you're looking for the ideal dip for your freshly baked breads or a spread to enhance your cheese platter, this Pear Chutney does it all. With just a 45-minute preparation time, you can create enough to serve up to 100 guests, making it a fantastic choice for parties and gatherings.

The balanced sweetness and tanginess of this chutney not only brings out the best in your dishes but also adds a touch of sophistication to your meals. Plus, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of making something from scratch that your friends and family will rave about. Dive into the process and relish the joy of creating a homemade condiment that showcases the beauty of seasonal pears!

Ingredients

  • cup crystallized ginger chopped
  • small bell pepper green minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground nutmeg 
  • ounce liquid pectin 
  • 4.5 pounds pears firm ripe peeled chopped
  • cup raisins 
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • cups sugar 
  • cup water 
  • cups vinegar white

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Bring first 12 ingredients to a boil in a large Dutch oven. Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 2 hours or until pear is tender. Stir in liquid pectin; return mixture to a boil, and boil, stirring constantly, 1 minute.
  2. Remove from heat, and skim off foam with a metal spoon.
  3. Pour hot chutney into hot, sterilized jars, filling each to 1/4 inch from top; wipe jar rims. Cover at once with metal lids, and screw on bands.
  4. Process jars in boiling-water bath 5 minutes.
  5. Note: If chutney is not processed in a water bath, you may store sealed jars in refrigerator up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories53kcal
Protein0.86%
Fat1.09%
Carbs98.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.16
Glycemic Load
7.11
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.60304347587668%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.42mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.77mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:52.92kcal
2.65%
Fat:0.07g
0.1%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.06%
Carbohydrates:13.38g
4.46%
Net Carbohydrates:12.61g
4.59%
Sugar:11.06g
12.29%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:36.1mg
1.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.12g
0.24%
Fiber:0.77g
3.08%
Vitamin C:1.55mg
1.88%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.21%
Copper:0.02mg
1.16%
Potassium:37.42mg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes