A popular accompaniment to cheese and meats, this Asian pear chutney is a popular Indian spread that adds tang and sweetness to whatever recipes you pair it with.
This recipe was inspired by my papaya chutney recipe. Swirl into a bit of yogurt to make a sweet sauce for meats or add to ketchup for an exciting dipping sauce for chips. Try it with this gluten free puri for a light snack or as an accompaniment to this Indian roast leg of lamb.
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WHAT IS PEAR CHUTNEY
Pear chutney has a sweet and tangy taste with undertones of brown sugar, raisins, and dates.
Chutney is a spicy condiment made of fruits and vegetables with vinegar, spices, and sugar originating in India. Although sweet fruit is used in chutney, it is made savory with the addition of these spices and vinegar.
Common spices used in chutney are curry powder, garam masala, cinnamon, and ginger. Tomato, mango, and apples are common fruits used in chutney with the addition of dried fruits such as raisins, dates, and apricots.
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WHAT CAN YOU SUBSITUTE FOR PEAR?
Pears go well with other fruits as they are a little tangy yet fairly mild in flavor. If you’d like to use a second fruit in this recipe, swap out half of the pears for any of the following fruits.
- Mango - this tropical fruit has a sweetness with a pine undertone that works well with pear
- Papaya - similar to mango, papaya has a buttery flavor that compliments pears
- Peach - this mellow, creamy, sugary fruit works with pear’s slight tanginess
- Apple - similar in taste to the asian pear, apples are sweet and a little tart depending on the varietal that you use.
WHAT OTHER FLAVORS WORK WELL IN THIS CHUTNEY
Use these spices to enhance the taste and for a little extra warmth and flavor.
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon clove
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
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📖 Recipe
Asian Pear Chutney Recipe
- Total Time: 2 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 2.25L / 9 cups, 30ml (3bsp) per serving = 75 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Learn how to make this easy and delicious homemade Asian Pear Chutney. Best served as part of a cheeseboard or with meat.
Ingredients
- 1.5kg (2lb 5oz) Asian pears, peeled, cored and chopped
- 225g (½ lb) onions, peeled and finely chopped
- 375ml (1 ½ cups) white wine vinegar
- 200g (1 cup) brown sugar
- 145g (1 cup) raisins
- 225g (1 cup) dates, chopped
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a large, heavy-bottomed pan.
- Stir over a medium heat until all the sugar has dissolved then bring to the boil.
- Lower the heat to a simmer, then cook, uncovered, for an hour or until the chutney has thickened.
- Pour into hot sterilised jars and seal.
- Label, once cooled. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Chutney
- Method: Boil
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2.25L / 9 cups, 30ml (3bsp) per serving = 75 servings
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7.3 g
- Sodium: 1.5 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Rebecca
I made this chutney to go with roasted pork tenderloin last night and it was so good! The combination of pears, raisins, and dates with onion and vinegar was the perfect compliment to pork. Will make again!
Liz
I had a bunch of Asian pears that I got on sale and I wasn't sure what to do with them. This chutney was so good!
Gina
This came out so good! Made this chutney for a party spread with a charcuterie board and it was devoured!
Lisa
Loved this chutney with Asian pears. It had just the right amount of sweetness and added flavor.
Sharina
Never thought that Asian pear chutney is so good! It is packed with flavors we love to pair with meat! So impressive!