Indian apple chutney (shebki chatni) recipe

Recipe for indian apple chutney (shebki chatni) in our easy ethnic recipes collection. Apple chutney is a sweet, cooked chutney that will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator.

Recipe ingredients

• 3 tart cooking apples, peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped (*)
• 1 cup chopped dried fruits, such as peaches, apricots, or pears, or a combination of fruits
• 1/2 cup golden raisins
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup white-wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 cup sugar

(*) Apples come in many varieties, each with distinct characteristics. For chutney, although almost any apple will work, tart cooking apples turn out best. Avoid Red Delicious for this recipe, they don't cook well. Choose firm, unbruised fruit of the Granny Smith, Golden Delicious, McIntosh, or Fuji variety.

How to make indian apple chutney (shebki chatni)

• In a heavy saucepan, combine all ingredients and mix well. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes, or until mixture is thick.
• Remove saucepan from heat and cool chutney to room temperature.
• Pour chutney into a nonmetallic, covered container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 50 minutes
Makes 3 cups

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