High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Pear & Ginger Chutney
Warm spiced pears, sharp cider vinegar, and a hit of fresh ginger come together in a chutney that tastes like it belongs on a fancy cheese board — but comes together in a single saucepan with no fuss. The sweetness here comes entirely from pure maple syrup, which means you can skip the store-bought versions that almost always sneak in corn syrup or other processed sweeteners. Ceylon cinnamon and cardamom give the whole thing a gentle, aromatic depth that feels far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. As it simmers down over 25 to 30 minutes, the pears soften into a thick, jammy texture that clings beautifully to a spoon — and to whatever you're serving it with. A finishing scatter of fresh thyme is optional, but it adds a savory note that really elevates the whole jar. This is the kind of condiment that makes a simple roast, a wedge of aged cheddar, or even a humble grain bowl feel genuinely special.
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8 servings
- 4 medium ripe pears (about 2 lb), peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch dice
- 1 small yellow onion (about ¾ cup), finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the diced pears, onion, fresh ginger, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, water, Ceylon cinnamon, cardamom, and salt in a medium saucepan. Stir to combine.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
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