Quick and easy one pot apple easy cranberry chutney recipe, homemade with simple ingredients on stovetop in 30 minutes. Sweet, spicy, savory! Loaded with ginger, dill, cinnamon.
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This recipe has all the sweet and savory flavors your palette needs. It is also so versatile that you can change it up every single time you make it. I think perfect for the Christmas holidays or even Thanksgiving. Since cranberry is the flavor of the season, make sure to also try these Cranberry Brie Bites (One Pot) and this Cranberry Salsa With Cream Cheese (One Pot).
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Key ingredients
- Butter- This should be unsalted.
- Onions- Use whatever onions you like. Just remember to finely chop them.
- Cranberries- These should be fresh and not dried.
- Apple- Any apple would work but I like to use red apples.
- Water- This will help to thin out the sauce to the correct consistency.
- Vinegar- Balsamic vinegar truly rocks in this recipe.
- Brown sugar- This helps to balance the tartness of the cranberries.
- Herbs- I only used dried dill but you can play around with other herbs that you like.
- Spices- I like to use a combination of salt, pepper, red chili flakes, cinnamon, all spice and ginger.
Variations
- Cranberry orange flavor- Orange is a beautiful compliment to cranberries. Add either orange zest, or extract for a delicious flavor.
- Add other fruits- Like mangoes, pears, or oranges.
- Mix in some finely chopped nuts- Such as walnuts, pecans, almonds, or cashews.
- Add dried fruits- Raisins are a popular choice. You can also add dried apricots or mangoes which will give it a more chunky texture.
- Add celery- It adds a distinct flavor which works very well.
- Try other herbs- I only used dill, but you can use parsley, basil or chives too.
- Add shallots- For a more delicate onion option.
- Make it even more spicy- Add more red chili flakes or jalapeno slices or cayenne pepper for a little heat.
- Add extracts- Like almond or amaretto.
- Indian flavor- Replace dill with some garam masala and fresh cilantro.
- Try another sweetener- Some people use honey or maple syrup in place of brown sugar.
How to make easy one pot cranberry chutney recipe from scratch?
- Saute onions and ginger- Until partially softened.
- Add remaining ingredients- This includes cranberries, apples, water, vinegar, brown sugar, herbs and spices.
- Mix- Until combined.
- Cover- And cook.
- Uncover and cook- Until thickened
- Mash- Until chunky.
What to serve with this?
- Serve over a block of cream cheese, brie or Camembert as an appetizer alongside variety of crackers, crostini.
- It would be delicious as a topping or side dish with Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin or pork chops, Roast Turkey Breast (One Pan), Grilled Chicken Breast (One Pan), or even venison or steak and even ham.
- It can even be used in breakfast dishes like savory oatmeal or use it as a spread in sandwiches and wraps.
- Consider thinning it out a little and using it in salad dressing. It would be delicious in this Christmas Salad (One Bowl)
Tips and techniques
- What consistency should chutney be? This is a matter of preference. You can use the back of a spoon to mash everything partially. You can also use a hand-held immersion blender to blend half of it so that it's still chunky but not too chunky. My family prefers it much smoother. So, I blend more than normal.
- Adjust sweetness- Add more or less sugar depending on your preference.
- Use unsalted butter- Because it prevents this dish from becoming too salty.
- How do you know when it is done cooking and ready? Cook it for 7-10 minutes or until all the cranberries have popped. Then, uncover and continue cooking until excess liquid is evaporated and mixture becomes thick.
- What size to cut the apples? Shred them or finely dice them so they are incorporated into every bite.
- What apples to use? This is a personal preference. Red apples balance the tartness of cranberries the best. However, green apples or yellow apples can be used too, if you like their flavor more.
Recipe FAQs
It is a condiment originating from India and now popular in Europe and the US. It is usually made with fruit, vegetables, some type of vinegar, sugar, and herbs. It is used to balance or compliment a main dish.
There are a few key differences between Homemade Cranberry Sauce (One Pot) and Easy Cranberry Relish (One Bowl). The sauce and chutney are both cooked over the stovetop whereas relish is raw, chunky, more tart, and just made in a blender. The sauce is usually sweet and chutney has some savory components.
The best way to thicken it is to continue simmering it over medium heat until it reduces to the correct consistency. If this does not work then you can try adding a cornstarch slurry at the end but only if necessary. To make it thinner, add a little more juice or water but not too much because you don't want to disrupt the flavor balance.
Storage
- Refrigerate- In a sealed container for up to 1 week.
- Freeze- In a sealed container for up to 3 months.
- Reheat- Thaw from frozen, and serve cold or reheat in the microwave until it's room temperature.
More one pot Christmas side dishes
- Creamy Cranberry Salad (Cranberry Fluff)
- Oven Roasted Potatoes (One Pan)
- Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole (One Pan)
- Hasselback Sweet Potatoes (One Pan)
- Candied Sweet Potatoes (One Pot)
- Green Beans and Potatoes (One Pan)
Recipe
Easy One Pot Apple Cranberry Chutney
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Butter Unsalted
- ½ cup Onions Finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger Or use ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 bag Cranberries Fresh, 12 oz. bag
- 1 Red apple Peeled, Cored, Shredded or Finely diced
- ¾ cup Water Can be replaced with orange juice or apple cider
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- ½-3/4 cup Brown sugar Adjust according to your preference
- 1-2 teaspoon Dill Dried, Adjust according to your preference
- 1 Cinnamon stick 2 inch piece
- ¼ teaspoon Allspice
- Salt To taste
- Pepper To taste
- ½ teaspoon Red chili flakes Can be omitted if you don't like a subtle spicy kick
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large nonstick saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onions, ginger and saute until onions are partially softened and ginger is fragrant.
- Add cranberries, apples, water, vinegar, brown sugar, dill, cinnamon stick, allspice, salt, pepper, red chili flakes.
- Mix until combined.
- Cover and cook for 7-10 minutes or until all the cranberries have popped.
- Uncover and continue cooking until excess liquid is evaporated and mixture becomes thick.
- Use the back of your spoon to mash everything until partially smooth. You can also use a hand-held immersion blender to blend half the chutney so that it's still chunky but not too chunky. My family prefers it much smooth. So, I blend more than normal.
- Discard cinnamon stick. Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust sweetness based on your preference.
- Try other herbs and spices that you enjoy.Â
- If it's too thick, mix in some more water. If it's too thin, cook uncovered until excess water evaporates and liquid is reduced.Â
- Read additional tips and variations above.Â
- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week.Â
Nutrition
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