Late in the year, the last tomatoes before the frost are often green. Making green tomato chutney gives the green tomatoes a deliciously longer lease on life after the cold really sets in. Green tomato... chutney is great to jazz up sandwiches, or to use as a condiment with meals. It’s easy to make too, just plan for the time needed to salt the tomatoes and onion. This recipe blends green tomatoes with traditional apples and raisins, along with some less traditional Indian spices. It makes half the quantity of classic recipes, producing just enough toothsome chutney for 3 people through the holidays. This recipe makes 5 cups, and for the purpose of nutritional labelling, a serving is set at 1/4 cup. This recipe is also easy to double if needed. It can also keep for ages. Check out Chef Tips to see how.
Take a large bowl. Layer the chopped tomatoes and onions in it, sprinkling each layer with a little of the salt as you go. Cover with plastic film and leave in a cool place for at least 8 hours or overnight. Next day, when you’re ready to cook, tip the tomatoes and onions into a colander to drain away the accumulated liquid. Do not rinse. Set aside.
Make the pickling vinegar: take a non-reactive pot. In it, over a high flame, bring to a boil the apple cider, coriander, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and bay leaf.
When boiling, lower the flame to a simmer and add the sugar. Cook stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the raisins and the chopped apple. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add the drained green tomatoes and onion. Stir to mix.
Simmer the chutney partially covered for 30 minutes. Remove the lid. Discard the bay leaf. Continue to simmer uncovered for 40 minutes or until the liquid has thickened and is starting to look syrupy. It’s important to stir often during the last stages to prevent any possible sticking or burning.
Let cool a little and pour into sterilized glass jars with non-reactive lids. The chutney will keep in the fridge for 6-8 weeks.
Chef Tips
Non-reactive cookware means using stainless steel, enameled cast iron, ceramic, or tempered heat-proof glass, like Pyrex.
For larger quantities than here, simply double the recipe. Also consider canning it in the traditional way so it will keep indefinitely.
For sweeter chutney, instead of adding more sugar, use a sweet apple like Golden Delicious instead of a tart varietal.
1. picture is misleading: there is no way to have it green 2. black peppercorns: those should be grained? They are uneatable when whole and anyway it’s too much of it 3. It’s way too sweet (and peppery) not spicy almost at all. 4. Any stars here only because I like idea to make own vinegre instead of use ready one.
Response from Cook for Your Life
Thank you for your feedback! The black peppercorns are intended to be left whole to infuse their flavor during the preparation process, but you can use ground or cracked peppercorns if you prefer and adjust the quantity to suit your personal taste. We’re glad you appreciated the idea of making your own vinegar—it’s a great way to customize flavors! 😊
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Reviews & Comments
1. picture is misleading: there is no way to have it green
2. black peppercorns: those should be grained? They are uneatable when whole and anyway it’s too much of it
3. It’s way too sweet (and peppery) not spicy almost at all.
4. Any stars here only because I like idea to make own vinegre instead of use ready one.
Response from Cook for Your Life
Thank you for your feedback! The black peppercorns are intended to be left whole to infuse their flavor during the preparation process, but you can use ground or cracked peppercorns if you prefer and adjust the quantity to suit your personal taste. We’re glad you appreciated the idea of making your own vinegar—it’s a great way to customize flavors! 😊
Leave a Review or Comment