Sweet grapes and aromatic mint are a match made in heaven, giving this terrific white grape chutney a delicious taste of its own.
It’s easy to make – perfect for novices and experienced foodies alike – and can add such depth and character to such a wide variety of recipes. So, let’s find out how to make white grape and mint chutney.
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White grape chutney with some added mint
This is a simple, delicious chutney, with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor. The two key flavors – grape and mint – work so well together.
The apple brings tartness, while a squeeze of lime and a hint of zest brings that all important fresh citric flavor.
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The vinegar brings balance and acts as a preservative, while a touch of salt brings it all together.
Simple… yet, when all these flavors are given the chance to breathe and blend together, the result is a wonderfully complex chutney that dances on the palate.
What can I serve with grape chutney?
How do you store this chutney?
This white grape and mint chutney needs to be stored in a cool, dark place. Once you open it, keep it in the refrigerator.
How long does chutney last?
Unopened, this chutney will last for 18 months. However, once you’ve opened it and transferred it to the refrigerator, you’ll have to use it within a month.
Do you need to let this chutney mature?
Yes, this chutney gets better with age!
Avoid the temptation to pop the lid and dive in! Give it at least a month for the flavors to really settle in.
You’ll be amazed at how much the fragrant mint comes through and how the richness and depth of the chutney develops.
What type of apples should I use?
For chutney recipes that call for apples, you should go for a tart apple that can hold together when cooked for a long time.
Look for a traditional cooking apple, like a Granny Smith or a Bramley.
Should I chop up the grapes or leave them whole?
For this recipe, I left them whole. It seemed like an interesting experiment – big sweet grapes, with that explosive fruity flavor popping out amid the luscious thick chutney.
I’m not sure though. I think chopping or halving the grapes gives a better overall texture to the chutney. Feel free to experiment and decide for yourself!
Can I make this chutney boozy?
Yes, you can! If you prefer a bit of a boozy kick to your chutneys, simply stir in 125ml (½ cup) of your chosen tipple towards the end of the cooking time, then get your chutney sealed in the jar as quickly as possible.
I recommend going for something with a mellow sweetness, like a rum, cognac or brandy.
Can I add more mint?
Absolutely. Feel free to up the ante on the mintiness of this chutney recipe.
Remember though, when you leave it to mature, the mint flavor will become a lot more powerful.
So, bear that in mind when adding the mint and be sure not to add too much, as it really could overpower the dish and throw it off balance.
More amazing chutneys
Homemade chutneys are such a delight to make and to eat! So, here are a few more tantilizing recipes for you to try:
- Dried apricot chutney
- Mrs Balls chutney
- Orange chutney
- Grape chutney
- Apricot chutney
- Nectarine Chutney
- Black grape chutney
📖 Recipe
White Grape Chutney with Mint
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 1.2kg (2½ lb) 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Learn to make this easy delicious homemade White Grape Chutney. The secret ingredient? Mint! Best served with cheese or white meats.
Ingredients
- 900g (2lb) white seedless grapes, chopped
- 900g (2lb) apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped
- 450g (2 ¼ cup) granulated sugar
- 500ml (2 cups) white wine vinegar
- 1 lime, juice and zest
- 1g (¼ tsp) salt
- 3g (2 tbsp) fresh mint, finely chopped
Instructions
- Place the grapes and apples in a large heavy bottomed pan with the sugar and vinegar then bring slowly to the boil.
- Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 45 minutes, or until the fruit is soft and the chutney on the thick side.
- Stir in the lime juice, zest and salt.
- Cook for another 15 minutes, or until the chutney is thick.
- Stir in the mint, then tip the chutney into freshly sterilised jars, then cover and seal.
- Leave to mature for at least 1 month before eating. Enjoy!
Notes
- 900g of grapes are approximately 6 cups.
- Tart cooking apples, such as Bramleys, are preferred in this recipe.
- As an experiment, I kept the grapes whole in this recipe. Final thoughts? I think it’s better to chop/halve the grapes for a better texture and a more uniform chutney. Still tastes great though!
- The mint lends a wonderful freshness to the chutney. Play around with quantities but keep in mind that flavours will become stronger when the chutney matures for a month.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Boil
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20g
- Calories: 49
- Sugar: 11.4 g
- Sodium: 7.7 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Clair
I made this a few weeks back and we didn’t make it a month before we had to open a jar! I just was looking forward to it.
Like you suggested a put a little brandy in the mix and the chutney is seriously good!
We had it with some pork tenderloin for dinner. And it worked so well.
Can’t wait to try it with cheese!
Jane
I love this recipe! I've never made chutney before, and it's so much easier than I thought it would be.
Sara
Absolutely delicious! I used distilled white vinegar instead of white wine vinegar, and it worked perfectly. Loved the flavor. We served it on top of some leftover roasted turkey breast.
Erin
This was such a great use of some leftover white grapes I had! So full of flavor and now I'm thinking of all the things I can use it with. So, so tasty!
Gina
Such a lovely condiment. Made this to serve with a charcuterie spread and it was devoured!
Joshua
I halved the grapes like you recommended in the notes of the recipe and it came out really well! You may be right about that.
Michelle Minnaar
I thought so! Thanks Joshua