Description
Spicy beetroot chutney brings Indian kitchen magic to your table, blending earthy sweetness with tangy spices. Homemade condiment perfection waits for you to explore bold flavors that elevate any meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 kilograms (3.3 pounds) beetroot
- 3 brown onions
- 3 Granny Smith apples
Liquids:
- 500 milliliters (2 cups) balsamic vinegar
- 80 milliliters (1/3 cup) fresh orange juice
Spices and Seasonings:
- 550 grams (19.4 ounces) raw sugar
- 12 teaspoons ground cloves
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C and roast whole beetroots until tender, approximately 1 hour.
- Allow beetroots to cool completely, then carefully peel and dice into small, uniform cubes.
- Transfer diced beetroots into a heavy-bottomed pot and incorporate remaining ingredients.
- Gently stir mixture over medium heat until sugar completely dissolves and ingredients blend smoothly.
- Add fresh rosemary sprig and reduce heat to low, allowing chutney to simmer slowly.
- Stir consistently to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking for approximately 1 hour.
- Remove rosemary sprig and allow chutney to cool slightly at room temperature.
- Carefully transfer warm chutney into sterilized glass jars, leaving minimal headspace.
- Seal jars tightly and refrigerate or freeze for preservation.
- Allow chutney to rest for 12 days, enabling flavors to meld and intensify before serving.
Notes
- Maximize beetroot’s natural sweetness by roasting at high temperature, ensuring caramelization and deep flavor development.
- Opt for fresh rosemary sprigs to infuse an aromatic herbal note that complements the earthy beetroot perfectly.
- Consider using apple cider vinegar for a tangy twist that balances the chutney’s sweetness and adds complexity.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on beetroot’s natural sugar content to create a personalized flavor profile that suits different taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 342
- Sugar: 65g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.03g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 85g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg