Fruit Chutney (Similar to Mrs Balls) Recipe

Name: Fruit Chutney (Similar to Mrs Balls)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 oz. dried pears, chopped; 7 oz. dried apricots, chopped; 7 oz. dates, chopped; 7 oz. dried apple rings, chopped; 7 oz. sultanas; 1 qt. water; 1/2 qt. cider vinegar; 14-1/8 oz. brown sugar; oz. chili powder; oz. turmeric; oz. freshly grated nutmeg; oz. freshly ground ginger; 1 clove garlic, crushed

Servings: persons

7 oz. dried pears, chopped
7 oz. dried apricots, chopped
7 oz. dates, chopped
7 oz. dried apple rings, chopped
7 oz. sultanas
1 qt. water
1/2 qt. cider vinegar
14-1/8 oz. brown sugar
oz. chili powder
oz. turmeric
oz. freshly grated nutmeg
oz. freshly ground ginger
1 clove garlic, crushed

1
Place the fruit and water in a large bowl.
2
Cover the bowl and leave it overnight.
3
Combine the undrained fruit mixture with the remaining ingredients in a large saucepan.
4
Simmer over low heat, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved.
5
Bring to the boil then simmer over low heat uncovered, for about 1 1/2 hours, or until thick, stirring occasionally.
6
Pour into clean warm jars while hot.
7
Fill to within 1.5 cm of the top and cover tightly with airtight, plastic screw-on or pop-on lids, not metal ones, which will corrode from the action of the spices and vinegar.
8
Leave to mature in a cool, dry, dark place for 6-8 weeks before use.

1359

kcal

Calories

350

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 oz. dried pears, chopped, 7 oz. dried apricots, chopped, 7 oz. dates, chopped, 7 oz. dried apple rings, chopped, and more.

Yes, Fruit Chutney (Similar to Mrs Balls) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fruit Chutney (Similar to Mrs Balls)

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