Paleo Pear & Ginger Chutney
Pears and ginger are a natural pairing, and simmering them down with warm spices like Ceylon cinnamon and cardamom turns that combination into something genuinely special. Most store-bought chutneys sneak in refined sugar, cornstarch, or preservatives that don't fit a grain-free, whole-foods approach — this one keeps things clean with apple cider vinegar and pure maple syrup as the only sweetener. The result is a thick, glossy condiment with just the right balance of sweet, tangy, and warmly spiced. It's the kind of thing you'll want to spoon over roasted pork, grilled chicken, or even a simple charcuterie spread. Fresh thyme stirred in at the end adds an herby brightness that makes the whole jar feel a little more elevated. It comes together in a single saucepan and keeps in the fridge for up to four days, so it's easy to make ahead for the week.
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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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