apple chutney (a compote)

Name: Apple Chutney (a compote)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: English
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon(s) butter, unsalted; 2 pinch(es) red pepper flakes (about 1/16th tsp); 1 small onion, cut in eighths and sliced; 3 pinch(es) kosher salt (generous pinches); 4 large apples, peeled, cored and diced to 3/4 inch; 3/4 cup(s) water; 1/3 cup(s) apple cider vinegar; 3/4 cup(s) sugar; 1/4 cup(s) raisins soaked in brandy,measure without liquid,macerated overnight; 1 tablespoon(s) brandy or liquid form the soaked raisins; 1/2 teaspoon(s) cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground cloves

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Garrison Wayne

La Quinta, CA

Updated on Nov 10, 2016

Relishes, compotes, chutneys, etc. are a fantastic way to take an ordinary main dish and turn it in to a real showstopper. I made this recipe up to make use of 4 large apples I had on the counter that needed to be put to use before they needed to be tossed. Combining fruit, spice, vinegar, and sugar,...and a bit of heat, makes for an easy make ahead condiment for poultry or pork main dishes. I plan to serve this with a sage and mustard crusted pork chop. This is a good recipe to jar up and share with friends during the Holiday Season. It is a good alternative to Cranberry Sauce.

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The addition of a relish or compote makes the meal a lot more festive and special. This Apple Chutney is a good alternative to Cranberry Sauce.

prep time 20 Min

cook time 35 Min

method Stove Top

yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
2 pinches red pepper flakes (about 1/16th tsp)
1 small onion, cut in eighths and sliced
3 pinches kosher salt (generous pinches)
4 large apples, peeled, cored and diced to 3/4 inch
3/4 cup water
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup raisins soaked in brandy,measure without liquid,macerated overnight
1 tablespoon brandy or liquid form the soaked raisins
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

How To Make apple chutney (a compote)

Step 1

In a med/lg saucepan, melt the butter and add the red pepper flakes. Add the onion and salt. Saute over medium heat for 6 - 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 2

Add the remaining ingredients, Stir to mix well and bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir occasionally.
Step 3

Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 35 minutes. Stir occasionally. The liquid should be a gentle roll, so don't use the lowest heat. You want the liquid to reduce as it cooks.
Step 4

Transfer to a med/small bowl to cool. Cover and refrigerate. Serve with pork or poultry as a condiment.
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