Pistachio Free Pear & Ginger Chutney
Warm, fragrant, and deeply savory-sweet, this pear and ginger chutney is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more interesting. Ripe pears break down into a jammy, spoonable texture while fresh ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, and cardamom build layers of warmth that feel genuinely complex without requiring any specialty equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. Apple cider vinegar keeps the flavor bright and balanced, and a touch of maple syrup rounds out the sweetness naturally. Store-bought chutneys and preserves can be a minefield for anyone avoiding tree nuts, since shared production lines and surprise add-ins are common — making a batch from scratch here means you know exactly what went into the jar. The optional fresh thyme at the finish adds a subtle herbal note that takes the whole thing up a notch. Spoon it over roasted meats, stir it into a cheese board, or use it as a sandwich spread — it's incredibly versatile and keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to four days.
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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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