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Apple Chutney:
A hot and sweet chutney that can be served as an accompaniment to a variety of savory dishes
Ingredients
2 tablespoons ghee or oil
1-1/2 tsps cumin seeds
2 fresh hot green chilis, cut into thin rings
2 tsps grated fresh ginger
1 tsp turmeric
1 pound tangy green apples (Granny Smith), peeled, cored and sliced
1/4 cup water
1-1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
3/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg
1/2 cup honey
Directions:
1. Heat the ghee or oil in a heavy 2 quart saucepan over medium heat. Saute the cumin seeds in the hot ghee/oil until golden brown. Add the green chilies and minced ginger and saute for 1 minute; then add the turmeric and the sliced apples. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes. 2. Reduce heat to low and add water, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes or until the apples become soft. Add the honey and continue to cook the chutney until it becomes the consistency of jam. Serve at room temperature or cover and refrigerate for up to a week.
