Tangy Green Tomato Chutney
This delicious Tangy Green Tomato Chutney is the perfect accompaniment to a variety of meals, adding a zesty kick that brightens up your favorite dishes. Made from fresh green tomatoes, crisp apples, and a blend of spices, this chutney combines sweet and tangy flavors for a delightful condiment. It's a great way to utilize green tomatoes that may be lingering in your garden at the end of the season. Enjoy it as a spread on sandwiches, a dip for snacks, or a flavorful addition to grilled meats. Share it with friends and family, or store it in sterilized jars for a homemade gift that's sure to impress!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Green Tomatoes
16 cups (Peeled and sliced)
Pickling Salt
1/2 cup (Use for layering with tomatoes)
Onions
3 (Peeled and chopped)
Apples
16 cups (Chopped)
Green Peppers
3 (Chopped)
Fresh Long Hot Red Peppers
3 (Chopped (optional))
Vinegar
4 cups (Use as a base)
Pickling Spices
3 tablespoons (Tie in gauze)
Brown Sugar
6 cups (For sweetness)
Chili Powder
1 teaspoon (For a hint of heat)
Instructions
1
Layer the sliced green tomatoes in a large bowl, sprinkling the pickling salt in between the layers. This will help draw out excess moisture.
2
Cover the tomatoes with cold water, ensuring they are fully submerged.
3
Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to release water.
4
The next day, drain and thoroughly rinse the tomatoes to remove excess salt.
5
In a large pot, combine the rinsed tomatoes, chopped onions, chopped apples, green peppers, and vinegar.
6
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it boil gently for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
While the chutney is simmering, wrap the pickling spices in a piece of gauze to create a spice bag and add it to the pot.
8
Stir in the brown sugar and chili powder, mixing well to incorporate all ingredients.
9
Reduce the heat to low and let the chutney simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
10
Once the chutney has thickened to your desired consistency, remove the spice bag.
11
Pour the hot chutney into sterilized jars, seal tightly, and process in a water bath for 10 minutes to ensure preservation.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tangy Green Tomato Chutney?
Tangy Green Tomato Chutney is a zesty, sweet, and tangy condiment made from fresh green tomatoes, crisp apples, and a blend of spices.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The main ingredients include 16 cups of green tomatoes, 16 cups of apples, onions, green peppers, vinegar, brown sugar, and various pickling spices.
How should I prepare the green tomatoes?
The green tomatoes should be peeled and sliced before being layered with pickling salt.
Why is pickling salt used in this chutney recipe?
Pickling salt is layered with the tomatoes and soaked overnight to help draw out excess moisture from the vegetables.
How long do the tomatoes need to soak?
The sliced tomatoes should be covered with cold water and refrigerated overnight to allow flavors to meld and water to release.
What do I do with the tomatoes after soaking them overnight?
The next day, you should drain and thoroughly rinse the tomatoes to remove the excess salt.
How many onions are required for the chutney?
The recipe calls for 3 onions, which should be peeled and chopped.
How many apples do I need to chop?
You will need 16 cups of chopped apples for this recipe.
Are there any peppers in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 3 chopped green peppers and an optional 3 fresh long hot red peppers for extra flavor.
What kind of vinegar is used as a base?
The recipe specifies using 4 cups of vinegar as the liquid base for the chutney.
How do I add the pickling spices to the pot?
Wrap 3 tablespoons of pickling spices in a piece of gauze to create a spice bag and add it to the pot while the mixture simmers.
How much sugar is in this recipe?
The chutney contains 6 cups of brown sugar to provide sweetness.
Is this chutney spicy?
It has a hint of heat from 1 teaspoon of chili powder and the optional inclusion of hot red peppers.
How long should the initial mixture boil?
After bringing the mixture to a boil, let it boil gently for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
How long does the final simmering process take?
After adding the sugar and spices, reduce the heat to low and let the chutney simmer for about 2 hours.
When should I remove the spice bag?
Remove the spice bag once the chutney has thickened to your desired consistency.
How should I store the finished chutney?
Pour the hot chutney into sterilized jars, seal them tightly, and process in a water bath for 10 minutes.
What can I serve with Tangy Green Tomato Chutney?
It is excellent as a spread on sandwiches, a dip for snacks, or a flavorful addition to grilled meats.
Is this a good recipe for garden surplus?
Yes, it is a great way to utilize green tomatoes that may be lingering in your garden at the end of the season.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients used in this chutney recipe.
Can I give this chutney as a gift?
Absolutely! Storing it in sterilized jars makes it a wonderful homemade gift for friends and family.
What is the primary flavor profile of this chutney?
The flavor profile is sweet and tangy with a hint of spice.
How do I ensure the chutney doesn't burn while simmering?
You should stir the mixture occasionally while it simmers over low heat for two hours.
Do I need to peel the green tomatoes?
Yes, the recipe specifies that the tomatoes should be peeled and sliced.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include chutney, green tomatoes, homemade condiment, preserving, canning, and food preservation.
How much pickling salt is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of pickling salt.
How much chili powder is used?
One teaspoon of chili powder is used to provide a hint of heat.
Is there a specific preparation for the apples?
The apples should be chopped before being added to the pot.
How many green peppers are in the recipe?
The recipe uses 3 chopped green peppers.
What is the purpose of the water bath processing?
Processing the sealed jars in a water bath for 10 minutes ensures proper preservation of the chutney.