Christmas Chutney with Clementines and Dates
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Christmas chutney is a traditional fruit relish that people often make during the holiday season. It combines sweet fruits like cranberries, dates, and clementines with vinegar and spices so that it tastes both sweet and tangy at the same time. Chutneys originally came from India but became popular in England a long time ago, especially during Christmas when families wanted something special to serve with roasted meats and cheese. This version is good because it uses ingredients that are colorful, smell like Christmas, and help use up extra fruit before it spoils.
Christmas Chutney with Clementines and Dates
Servings
12
Portions
Prep time
20
Minutes
Cooking time
60
Minutes
Type
Xmas Condiment
Chutney
Ingredients
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12 oz fresh cranberries
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4 clementines (zest and juice)
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6 oz pitted dates, chopped
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1 cup brown sugar
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1/2 cup cider vinegar
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1 tsp ground ginger, 1/2 tsp each cinnamon and cloves
Directions
- -In a saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil, then simmer 30-40 minutes until thick and glossy.
- -Stir occasionally; it should reduce by half. Cool and jar.
- Enjoy 👩🏻🍳
Notes
- Cranberry Texture – Simmer the cranberries until they just start to burst; this gives the chutney its jammy texture without losing too much shape.
- Date Sweetness – Chop the dates finely so they melt into the mixture, adding natural sweetness that balances the vinegar tang.
- Clementine Prep – Use both zest and juice for a bright citrus punch — the zest carries the aroma, and the juice gives gentle acidity.
- Spice Control – Start light on the cloves; a little goes a long way in flavoring the whole batch.
- Storage Tip – Store the chutney in sterilized jars and let it sit for a few days before serving; the flavors deepen beautifully over time.
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So many variations possible.
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