Lime Ginger Chutney Recipes

LIME & GINGER CHUTNEY

Steps:

• combine all ingredients for the chutney.
• Cover with plastic wrap & place in the refrigerator for at least one hour, to allow all the flavors to blend.

LIME CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Cut 10 ripened yellowed limes into eight wedges each. Place in large glass bowl, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cooking salt and stir well, cover with plastic wrap or lid and leave for 48 hours in cool dark place, stirring occasionally.
• Drain, rinse well and mix with raisins and sultanas. Process in batches in food processor until coarsely chopped.
• Heat 3 tablespoons peanut oil in large heavy based pan, add cumin, coriander, mustard seeds, chilli powder, black pepper, garlic and ginger (don't overcook ginger or it will become bitter.).
• Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until very aromatic.
• Add the lime mixture, vinegar and soft brown sugar. Bring to the boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
• Reduce the heat and simmer for 1½ hours, stirring occasionally. Pour into warm, sterilized jars and seal.
• Refrigerate after opening. Makes about 2½ cups (600ml).

PINEAPPLE, FIG & GINGER CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Tip the pineapple into a food processor, then pulse until finely chopped. Tip into a large, wide pan with the apples, ginger, onion, figs, spices, vinegar and 2 tsp salt. Bring to the boil, stirring, then boil for 10 mins until the apples are softened.
• Add the sugar, then stir to dissolve. Simmer for 20-30 mins, stirring occasionally, until the chutney is thickened. Pot into warm sterilised jars, seal and label. Will keep for 6 months.