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Pear Chutney

A delicious and easy pear chutney that adds a sweet and tangy flavor to your meals. Perfect for sandwiches, cheese boards, or as a topping on roasted meats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Ripe Pears, chopped (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 Medium Yellow Onion, chopped (or 1 small onion, approx. 1 cup)
  • 1/2 inch Knob of Ginger, chopped (approx. 1 tsp)
  • 1 Large Clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by washing and peeling the pears and chopping them into small pieces.
  2. Sauté the aromatics by heating olive oil and then adding chopped onions, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 4-5 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Combine the chopped pears with honey (or maple syrup), red wine vinegar, ground coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and chili powder.
  4. Simmer the mixture with a lid for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears soften.
  5. Mash or blend the chutney to your desired consistency using a wooden spoon or food processor.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve with crackers, cheese, or roasted meat.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Can be made ahead of time for meal prep.

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Keywords: pear chutney, condiment, healthy recipe, meal prep, gluten-free