Jalapeño Chutney

A chutney is a condiment that originated in India. It's made by cooking fruits, vegetables, or herbs with ingredients like sugar, vinegar, spices, and sometimes aromatics until the mixture becomes thick and flavorful.

• 10 jalapeños, finely chopped

• 1 cup water

• ½ cup sugar

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lime juice (highly recommended)

• Pinch of salt

Method

1. Add everything to a saucepan.

2. Bring to a boil.

3. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Once the liquid has reduced and it's thick and glossy, remove from the heat.

5. It will thicken a little more as it cools.

6. look for a nice color change from one green to another amber green.

If you want it jammy and gooey, you can also:

• Add 1 extra tablespoon of sugar for more stickiness.

• Cook it a little longer until it coats the back of a spoon.

Conclusion

This would be delicious with grilled fish, pork, burgers, tacos, or even spread over cream cheese with crackers. 🌶️✨

next time try some bacon-jam-chutney...

• 500 g bacon, diced with some LEFTOVER crispy bacon

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ¼ cup maple syrup (or honey)

• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

• ½ cup water

• chillie flakes - owen discretion

  
  

Put everything in a pot together. Simmer for 30–45 minutes until thick, sticky, and jam-like. Pulse a few times in a food processor IF you prefer a smoother consistency.