Chunky Pumpkin Chutney .....great way to use up pumpkins from the patch!
Chunky Pumpkin Chutney ... say that 3 times fast! It's a great fall condiment and the perfect way to use up any fresh pumpkin flesh you have like from making a Jack-O-Lantern. If you don't know what a chutney is here's the scoop (no pun intended).
What the heck is a Chunky Pumpkin Chutney?
Technically Chutney is a sauce used in the cuisine of India that includes such forms as a spicy coconut dip, a tomato relish, a ground peanut garnish, or a cucumber, yogurt, and mint dip. But Chutney got Anglo-sized because India was a British colony at one time. In the English version, Chutney uses tart fruits such as sharp apples, damson plum pickles, or rhubarb with some granulated or brown sugar included. Vinegar was added to the English version to help with a longer shelf life like jams, jellies, and pickles. Its popular in English pub fair and is often accompanies cold meats, and cheddar cheese. My dad came to this country from England so I grew up with a passionate love for chutney that most Americans might not have. My personal favorite manufactured chutney is Crosse & Blackwell Genuine Major Grey's Chutney.
The Best Chutney is the Chutney you make yourself!
I love chutneys of all kinds. They add so much to an ordinary, ho-hum meat entrée. And I love making my own Chutney. There's nothing like the satisfaction of preserving food you have grown yourself so this is a great way to keep the goodness of the sugar pumpkins we grew in the garden in use all winter and spring. This Chunky Pumpkin Chutney Recipe is great for the fall. The colors, the flavor…. Try this scrumptious chutney with your holiday meals or try it as a wonderful homemade gift for Christmas giving.
This recipe will require processing by the water bath canning method. We have a water bath canning tutorial here - (See Dilly Beans Tutorial for water bath canning method)
Best Pumpkin Chutney Recipe
A refreshing addition to any meal with a meat entrée and it's great served with cheddar cheese too!
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 50 mins
- Yield: 3-4 pints 1x
- Category: Condiment - Relish
- Cuisine: Anglo-Indian
Ingredients
- 2 ½ c. cider vinegar
- 1 c. sugar
- 1 c. brown sugar
- 2 tbsp. salt
- 3 ¼ c. fresh pumpkin meat, peeled, seeded and chunked
- 2 c. ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 c. onions, peeled and sliced
- ¼ c. dried cranberries
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 tsp. each ground ginger, black pepper, and allspice
- Pinch of ground cloves
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1 tsp. ground mace
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, place vinegar, salt, and sugars. Bring to a boil and stir until sugars and salt are completely dissolved.
- Reduce heat and add the remaining ingredients. Cook slowly, gently stirring occasionally, until the chutney is thick. Cook till the pumpkin chunks are tender but do not overcook, or the pumpkin chunks will lose their shape.
- Pour the chutney into hot, sterilized jars and seal with lids. Process in a hot water bath for 20 minutes. (See Dilly Beans Tutorial for water bath canning method- link in article above) Yield: 3-4 pints.
Heather @ Divas Run for Bling says
This looks so good! Thank you for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party. I have pinned your post to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Board."
Jessi @ Practically Functional says
Oh my goodness, this looks amazing! Pinning, and thanks so much for sharing at my link party!
Elena says
Okay, first, I can't say that 3 times fast. I can't even say it once fast ;o) Secondly, this sounds and looks delicious! Thank you so much for linking up to The PINcentive Blog Hop! Happy Friday and I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
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Leah @ Crunchy Farm Baby says
Oh my goodness, I cannot WAIT to try this! We grew our own pumpkins this year and I need recipes. Thanks for linking up to Snacktime Saturday! You're my featured post this week: http://www.crunchyfarmbaby.com/2012/11/snacktime-saturday-11312.html
I hope you'll come link up again!
April says
Will be holding on to this for Thanksgiving! Looks delicious!
Maggie says
This sounds wonderful and truly unique for me to try on my Switzerland friends. We have a ton of pumpkins here to buy, so I am truly excited on trying this recipe!
Sheryl T says
Glad you like the recipe! Kind of neat that it will be served "across the pond"!
Madge @ The View From Right Here says
Oh my, that sounds heavenly...
Michelle says
This looks amazing! I can’t wait to try the recipe. Thanks so much for linking up to Creative Thursday. Can’t wait to see what you share this week! Have a wonderful week.
Michelle
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
This looks delicious! Featuring tonight! Thanks so much for sharing at Mom On Timeout!
Debbs says
This looks awesome! Will have to try it!
Jody says
Sounds perfect for the holidays coming up! Thanks for sharing on Sweet & Simple Fridays.
Jody
Miz Helen says
I don't think I have ever had Chunky Pumpkin Chutney, but it sure sounds good. I can't wait to make this recipe. Hope you are having a great weekend and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Katie says
This sounds great! I would love to invite you to link up to the Fall Into the Holidays blog hop!
http://redcrowgreencrow.wordpress.com/2012/09/30/fall-into-the-holidays-4/
Katie @ Horrific Knits
Katherines Corner says
Oh my goodness this is terrific! Hopping over and following along from Freedom Friday xo
Diane Balch says
I've never had pumpkin chutney great idea to do in the Fall. Thanks for sharing this on foodie friday.
Kathy Mormino, The Chicken Chick says
Hi, I'm a new follower to your blog by way of Deborah Jean's Dandelion house Blog Hop! Stopping in to invite you to my first, weekly Blog Hop! I’d love to have you link up with us!
http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/2012/09/clever-chicks-blog-hop-1.html
Cheers,
Kathy
The Chicken Chick
Helene says
This looks really great! Thanks for sharing!
Roxanne says
I love this, I just located it on Pinterest and I would love for you to link this project up on my site to share with my other lovely followers. http://mommynmeblog.com/2012/09/perfect-pumpkin-week/
Sheryl T says
Thank you..... I would love to!
Tilly's Nest says
This looks and sounds amazing! Will you link it up to our blog hop? I'd be honored.
Sheryl T says
Thank you and I sure Will!
Diane Balch says
I can smell how wonderful this chunky is... please share it today on my foodie friday party.
Sheryl T says
More than happy to! Thank you!
Lori says
Sounds scrumptious! Thanks for the recipe!
Lori
Tamar says
Pumpkin and chutney, you are speaking my language!
madge | the vegetarian casserole queen says
Sounds so great! I love chutney...
Nancy says
This sounds fabulous! If I ever buy a halloween pumpkin, I'll def try this! Thanks!
Heather @ InHerChucks says
yum! Thanks for sharing and linking up 🙂 I can't wait to give this a try...
Sheryl T says
YOU'LL ENJOY IT! IT'S GREAT STUFF...ESPECIALLY AT tHANKSGIVING....YUMBO!
Janis says
This sounds so yummy...I just love pumpkin and this would be a nice addition to my recipe box of my fall menues! Thanks for sharing!
Lisa @ Two Bears Farm says
I've never tried pumpkin chutney but it sounds delicious!
Savannah says
How unusual! I am going to try this and will pin your recipe. I am stopping by from Growing Home. I am hosting a Pumpkin Delights recipe series in a few weeks. If you'd like to include this recipe send me an email and I'll provide more information.
Cathy@My1929Charmer says
It's impossible to say that quickly 3 times, but I sure think I could enjoy it fast. Look so good and I have never had before. Thanks for sharing your inspiration with Sunday’s Best – you helped make the party a success!
Jaime @ Mom's Test Kitchen says
That picture is gorgeous! What a great & unique way to combine traditional Fall flavors!! Love it!
Thanks so much for sharing this at Mom's Test Meal Mondays!
Marci Smith says
I found your blog through the weekly Wednesday blog hop. Can't wait to try your recipes. They look tummy filling delicious! I'm now following you. 🙂
Marci...www.lifewithjoys.blogspot.com
Sheryl T says
I'm an "old school" cook! Nothing overly fancy or outrageous! When I watch some of these TV chefs, it seems like they are always trying to out do each other with exotic ingredientsor starnge fad techniques like "deconstructing". Definitely not my style!
Lisa/Fresh Eggs Daily Farm Girl says
Oh this looks great ! I hope you will come link up to my Blog Fest: http://fresh-eggs-daily.blogspot.com/2012/09/farm-girl-friday-blog-fest-1.html
Karina - Mom in the USA says
I may not be able to say that 3 times fast, but I can enjoy that in 3 seconds flat! Yum! Thank you.
Sheryl T says
It's even trickier with your mouth full of chutney!
Inspired by Family says
sounds yummy. pinning it now so I can try it in the future, thx. ~Mari
Carrie @ My Favorite Finds says
This is so awesome! I've never seen anything like this before! Pinning and sharing on FB!
Sheryl T says
It is incrdibly yummy and combines to of my favorite fall foods - cranberries and pumpkin!
Lisa/Fresh Eggs Daily Farm Girl says
Oh my goodness ! This looks AMAZING ~ I hope you will come link up at my party: http://fresh-eggs-daily.blogspot.com/2012/09/farm-girl-friday-blog-fest-1.html