Spiced Peach Chutney
Ingredients
- 750 gms fresh peaches, peeled, pitted and cubed
- 450 gms dark brown sugar
- 400 mls apple cider vinegar, or dark malt vinegar
- 100 gms soft dates, chopped
- 100 gms raisins or sultanas
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 2 cm fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 small lemon, fruit finely chopped, zest grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp chilli flakes (or try Szechuan peppers)
- 1 star anise
Instructions
- Place peaches, garlic, ginger and vinegar in a large, heavy-based saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until boiling. Continue cooking for 5-10 minutes, stirring regularly until the fruit begins to soften.
- Add the rest of the ingredients, reduce the heat to medium-low, until you get a slow regular bubbling, then cook 30-40 minutes until thick and sticky, stirring often.
- Hunt down and remove the star anise, ladle into hot, sterile jars. Seal well and label.
- Store in a cool, dark place for 3-4 weeks to allow the flavours to mature before using.
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