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Cranberry Chutney

Tangy Cranberry Chutney: A Festive Side Dish

This easy cranberry chutney recipe combines tart cranberries with sweet sugar and warming spices for a perfect holiday side dish or condiment. It's quick to make and tastes even better the next day!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces Fresh or Frozen Cranberries
  • 1 Large Onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans optional
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt or to taste

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Sterilized Jars

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the chutney has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and burning.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tartness, or salt to enhance the flavors.
  5. Remove from heat and let the chutney cool completely. This allows it to thicken further.
  6. Transfer the cooled chutney to sterilized jars or containers. Seal tightly.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. The chutney will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

This chutney is delicious served with roasted meats, poultry, cheese and crackers, or alongside your favorite holiday dishes. You can also experiment with adding other spices like allspice or cardamom. For a smoother chutney, you can use an immersion blender to partially puree the mixture after cooking.