Paraben Free Vanilla Spiced Fruit Chutney
Sweet, tangy, and warmly spiced, this fruit chutney is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more interesting. Apples and mango simmer down with apple cider vinegar and honey into a thick, jammy sauce that's deeply flavorful without relying on any synthetic additives or preservatives — a real concern when scanning store-bought condiment labels. Ceylon cinnamon and turmeric bring gentle warmth and a golden hue, while a finishing stir of vanilla powder adds a subtle floral depth that sets this chutney apart from anything you'd find in a jar. The coconut oil base keeps the whole recipe clean and straightforward, with every ingredient doing honest, recognizable work. It's equally at home spooned over roasted meats, stirred into grain bowls, or spread across a cheese board alongside something sharp and creamy. The chutney thickens beautifully as it cools, so patience pays off here — give it those extra few minutes before you dig in.
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8 servings
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced into ½-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh or frozen mango, diced into ½-inch pieces
- ½ cup dried cranberries, unsweetened or honey-sweetened
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup water
- ½ tsp vanilla powder
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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