Peach Chutney
Peach chutney is a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors that can elevate any meal. This Indian-inspired chutney is not only delicious but also versatile. You can use it as a marinade, condiment, or glaze.
❤️ You’ll Love This Peach Chutney Recipe
If you’re a fan of chutneys, this peach chutney is bound to become a favorite. It’s not just about the sweetness of the peaches but the harmony of flavors that come together in every bite.
Taste & Texture: This chutney is medium spicy and offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy, with a spreadable jam-like consistency.
Quick & Easy: No complicated steps or hard-to-find ingredients. This recipe is Simple, straightforward, and utterly delicious.
Vegan: This chutney is 100% plant-based, making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Meal Prep Friendly: Make a large batch and have a versatile condiment ready for various meals throughout the week. It is easy to store and has a good shelf life.
Healthy: The ripe peaches bring in natural sweetness, reducing the need for added sugars and making it a healthier choice.
🧾 Ingredient Notes
Here is the pic of the ingredients you’ll need to make this easy peach chutney recipe.
- Peaches: Opt for ripe peaches as they provide a natural sweetness to the chutney. If your peaches are slightly unripe, you might need to adjust the sugar content to balance any sourness.
- Sugar: This adds sweetness to the chutney.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: Apart from its tangy flavor, vinegar acts as a preservative and balances out the sweetness of the chutney, giving it the right taste.
- Spices: The heat and spice in this chutney comes from the Red Chili Flakes. Whereas Cumin Powder adds a warm, earthy undertone, complementing the sweetness of the peaches and adding complexity to the chutney. Garam Masala is a traditional Indian spice blend that infuses the chutney with a hint of aromatic warmth and depth. Lastly, salt Enhances the overall flavor of the chutney.
👩🍳 How To Make Peach Chutney Recipe? (Pics)
Prep Peaches:
1) Start by peeling the peaches. If the peaches are ripe, you can easily peel the skin with your hands. You can use a peeler as well. If you’ve a lot of peaches to peel then you might want to consider poaching them to remove the skin.
For poaching, fill a pot with enough water to submerge the peaches. Bring the water to a gentle boil. Use a sharp knife to make a small “X” on the bottom of each peach. Carefully place the peaches into the boiling water. Let them blanch for 30 seconds to 1 minute so the skin loosens up without cooking the peaches. Transfer the blanched peaches to the ice water bath. Once the peaches are cool enough to handle, use your fingers or a paring knife to gently peel off the skin.
2) Cut the peeled peaches in half and remove the pits. Finely chop them using a sharp knife.
Make Peach Chutney:
1, 2) Add chopped peaches, sugar, chili flakes, cumin, garam masala, and salt in a pan. Mix well.
3, 4) Let the mixture simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until the peaches are very soft. Stir occasionally.
5, 6) Using a potato masher, mash the mixture slightly (keeping it slightly chunky). Continue to cook until you get desired consistency.
7, 8) Lastly, add apple cider vinegar and mix well. Enjoy!
💭 Expert Tips For BEST Peach Chutney
- A wider pan helps in faster evaporation of the peach juices, speeding up the cooking process.
- For a smooth textured chutney, you can blend the mixture.
- Adjust or skip the chili flakes based on your preference. You can even replace red chili flakes with paprika or omit it for a milder chutney.
- If you use unripe peaches, you must add more sugar to balance out their tart flavor. You can increase the amount of sugar to your liking.
- The cooking time will depend on your batch size. The larger the batch, the more time it will take to cook.
🥣 Storage Instructions
- Make sure that the container is moisture-free to increase the shelf-life.
- Store the chutney in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It stays fresh for up to 2 weeks.
- Always use a clean spoon to serve.
🍽 Serving Ideas
- Charcuterie Board: Add a dollop of peach chutney to your charcuterie platter. It pairs wonderfully with various crackers, cheese, vegetable sticks, and nuts.
- Breakfast Spread: Spread it on whole grain toast or stir it into yogurt for a fruity twist to your morning routine.
- Grilled Veggies: Drizzle or serve the chutney alongside grilled vegetables. The smoky flavors of the veggies combined with the chutney’s sweetness make for a delightful pairing.
- Indian Meals: Peach chutney pairs wonderfully with Indian flatbreads like aloo paratha, methi paratha or naan, adding a sweet counterpoint to spicy dishes.
- Crostinis or Bruschetta: Spread peach chutney on toasted crostini or bruschetta as an appetizer. Top with a sprinkle of cheese or silken tofu for added creaminess.
- Salad Dressing: Mix a spoonful of peach chutney into vinaigrette dressings to add sweetness and depth to your salads.
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Peach Chutney Recipe
US measuring cups are used (1 cup = 240 ml)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Peaches, 2 large peeled, chopped
- ½ cup Sugar
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Red chili flakes, , Optional
- ½ teaspoon Cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Prep Peaches:
- Start by peeling the peaches. If the peaches are ripe, you can easily peel the skin with your hands. You can use a peeler as well. If you’ve a lot of peaches to peel then you might want to consider poaching them to remove the skin.
- For poaching, fill a pot with enough water to submerge the peaches. Bring the water to a gentle boil. Use a sharp knife to make a small "X" on the bottom of each peach. Carefully place the peaches into the boiling water. Let them blanch for 30 seconds to 1 minute so the skin loosens up without cooking the peaches. Transfer the blanched peaches to the ice water bath. Once the peaches are cool enough to handle, use your fingers or a paring knife to gently peel off the skin.
- Cut the peeled peaches in half and remove the pits. Finely chop them using a sharp knife.
Make Peach Chutney:
- Add chopped peaches, sugar, chili flakes, cumin, garam masala, and salt in a pan. Mix well.
- Let the mixture simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until the peaches are very soft. Stir occasionally.
- Using a potato masher, mash the mixture slightly (keeping it slightly chunky. Continue to cook until you get desired consistency.
- Lastly, add apple cider vinegar and mix well. Enjoy!
Notes
- A wider pan helps in faster evaporation of the peach juices, speeding up the cooking process.
- For a smooth textured peach chutney, you can blend the mixture.
- Adjust or skip the chili flakes based on your preference. You can even replace red chili flakes with paprika or omit it for a milder chutney.
- If you use unripe peaches, you must add more sugar to balance out their tart flavor. You can increase the amount of sugar to your liking.
- The cooking time will depend on your batch size. The larger the batch, the more time it will take to cook.
