Apple Cider Onion And Raisin Chutney Food

CLASSIC APPLE CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a large, heavy saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over a medium heat, then simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, for 30-40 mins, or until thick and pulpy. Remove from the heat, leave to cool and transfer to sterilised, clean, dry jars and seal.

RAISIN-HATER'S APPLE CHILE CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Mix the apples and lemon juice in a large bowl.
• In a medium saucepan over low heat, heat the ghee and add the onion, cumin, salt, mustard seed, chile flakes and ginger. Sauté until the onions are translucent, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Stir in the apples.
• Raise the heat to medium-low, and stir in the brown sugar and vinegar. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add the raisins and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until the mixture is thick, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Ladle into a glass jar or other storage container and allow to cool until no longer steaming. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. The chutney tastes best at room temperature.

APPLE CIDER, ONION, AND RAISIN CHUTNEY

Steps:

• In a large saucepan combine the cider, the vinegar, the onions, the raisins, the brown sugar, the cloves, and salt and pepper to taste and boil the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced to a syrupy consistency. The chutney keeps, covered and chilled, for 1 week. Serve the chutney with roasted meats or poultry.

RED ONION, APPLE, AND RAISIN CHUTNEY

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine well 2/3 cup warm water, the vinegar, the honey, the raisins, the mint, and the cloves and let the mixture stand while cooking the onions. In a large skillet cook the onions in the oil and the butter, covered, over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes, remove the lid, and continue to cook the onion, stirring, for 30 minutes, or until they are very soft. Stir in the raisin mixture and cook the mixture over moderate heat, stirring, until the liquid is almost evaporated and the apple is tender, and season the chutney with salt and pepper. The chutney may be made 3 days in advance, cooled, and kept covered and chilled. Serve the chutney at room temperature.

ULTIMATE CRANBERRY/APPLE/RAISIN CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
• Cook on med. heat stirring a lot, until apples are tender and sauce has thickened and reduced.
• Serve hot or warm.

ONION AND GOLDEN RAISIN CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onions and salt and cook, stirring often, until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook until onions are caramelized and evenly brown, about 15 minutes more.
• Increase heat to medium-high; add raisins and ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, until raisins have plumped and begin to brown, about 2 minutes.
• Add 1/2 cup water and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until all the water is evaporated and pan is dry, about 2 minutes. Stir in vinegar and cook until evaporated; keep warm until ready to serve.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND APPLE CHUTNEY

Steps:

• In a 12-inch (or larger) skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the oil, and when hot, add the onions to the skillet, along with a pinch or two of kosher salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, stirring often, for about 10 minutes, then lower the heat to medium and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn a rich golden brown, or about another 30 to 40 minutes. Do not rush this process as you do not want any onions to burn or dry out.
• Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, celery or caraway seed (if using), and pure maple syrup along with more salt and pepper; set aside.
• When the onions are ready, raise the heat to medium-high again and add the apples. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, or until the apples just begin to soften. Add the vinegar mixture and deglaze the pan by scraping the bottom. If you're using a nonstick skillet, there will be nothing to deglaze. Stir in the raisins (if using) and cover the skillet, lower the heat to medium-low, and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the apples are soft. Remove the lid and raise the heat back to medium-high. Cook the mixture, stirring often, until the liquid in the pan thickens enough that you can drag a spoon across the bottom and the liquid flows slowly back in, or is syrupy. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
• This stuff is delicious and goes well with grilled or roasted pork.