The Black Mission Caper: A Curried Affair Recipe

Name: The Black Mission Caper: A Curried Affair
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 curry leaf, optional; 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds, ground; 1 teaspoon coriander, ground; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds, optional; 1/4 cup slivered crystalized ginger; 1 clove garlic, minced, optional; 1/2 cup cider vinegar; 1/4 cup organic cane sugar; 1/4 cup real maple syrup; (plus 1/2 cups sugar, if canning); 1 teaspoon salt (pickling salt, if canning); 1/4 cup red onion, chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, diced, optional; 1/4 cup red peppers, diced; 1 lemon, sliced and depitted; 1/2 cup pluots, diced (or yellow raisins, if canning); 1 1/2 pounds black mission figs, cut into eigths; 1 tablespoon capote capers

Servings: persons

1 curry leaf, optional
1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds, ground
1 teaspoon coriander, ground
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds, optional
1/4 cup slivered crystalized ginger
1 clove garlic, minced, optional
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup organic cane sugar
1/4 cup real maple syrup
(plus 1/2 cups sugar, if canning)
1 teaspoon salt (pickling salt, if canning)
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, diced, optional
1/4 cup red peppers, diced
1 lemon, sliced and depitted
1/2 cup pluots, diced (or yellow raisins, if canning)
1 1/2 pounds black mission figs, cut into eigths
1 tablespoon capote capers

1
In a nonreactive hot pan add the curry leaf and all the dry spices for 1 minute.
2
Pour in the vinegar and sugars/syrup and bring to a boil, stirring. Add the ginger, garlic, lemons, salt, onions, and peppers; simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The chutney should start to thicken. Add the diced pluots @half inch pieces (or raisins, or a mix of the two) and simmer 10-15 more minutes.
3
Add in the cut figs and simmer 20-25 more minutes. Add the capers and simmer another 5 minutes.
4
Ladle the hot chutney into 1 pint or 2 half-pint mason jar(s) (making sure to leave 1/4 inch of headspace, if canning, then close the jars with hot 2 piece caps and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Store cooled in a dark, dry, cool place). Refrigerate and enjoy this curried chutney.

165

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 curry leaf, optional, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds, ground, 1 teaspoon coriander, ground, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, The Black Mission Caper: A Curried Affair falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Black Mission Caper: A Curried Affair

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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