Lemon Chutney Recipe 🍋
Description: Delight your taste buds with this zesty Lemon Chutney recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for enhancing the flavors of your meals, this chutney is a burst of tangy sweetness with a hint of spice.
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Recipe Category: Chutneys
- Keywords: Sauces, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Canning, < 4 Hours
- Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (1 review)
- Calories: 468.4
- Fat Content: 0.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 396.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 121.7g
- Fiber Content: 5.2g
- Sugar Content: 104g
- Protein Content: 3.6g
- Recipe Yield: 6 half pints
Ingredients:
- 9 lemons, juice and rind of 🍋
- 3 onions
- 1 1/2 cups golden raisins
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 hot chili pepper
- 5 cups sugar
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 3/4 tsp salt
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
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| 1 | Combine all ingredients in a large stainless or enamel pot and simmer for 45 minutes. |
| 2 | Stir often and mash as you go. |
| 3 | Ladle into clean hot jars leaving 1/2 inch head space-seal. |
| 4 | Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath at altitudes up to 1000 feet. |
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the necessary ingredients – lemons, onions, golden raisins, bell pepper, chili pepper, sugar, ground coriander, fenugreek seeds, ground cloves, and salt.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large stainless or enamel pot, combine the juice and rind of the lemons, chopped onions, golden raisins, diced green bell pepper, finely chopped hot chili pepper, sugar, ground coriander, fenugreek seeds, ground cloves, and salt.
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Simmer: Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Mash: As the mixture simmers, use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to gently mash the ingredients together. This will help break down the fruits and vegetables, creating a thick and flavorful chutney.
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Prepare Jars: While the chutney is cooking, wash your canning jars and lids with warm, soapy water. Rinse them thoroughly and place them in a pot of hot water to sterilize.
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Fill Jars: Once the chutney has thickened and the flavors have melded together, carefully ladle it into the clean, hot jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
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Seal Jars: Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean, damp cloth to remove any spills or residue. Place the lids on top and screw on the bands until they are fingertip tight.
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Process Jars: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Carefully lower the filled jars into the boiling water using a jar lifter or tongs. Make sure the jars are fully submerged with at least 1 inch of water covering the tops.
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Boil: Process the jars in the boiling water bath for 10 minutes if you are at altitudes up to 1000 feet. Adjust the processing time if you are at a higher altitude.
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Cool and Store: After processing, carefully remove the jars from the water bath and place them on a clean kitchen towel to cool. As they cool, you may hear the satisfying “pop” of the lids sealing. Once completely cooled, store the jars in a cool, dark place.
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Enjoy: Your homemade Lemon Chutney is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it alongside your favorite dishes, such as grilled meats, cheeses, or sandwiches, and savor the burst of flavor with every bite.
Whether you’re canning for future use or enjoying it right away, this Lemon Chutney recipe is sure to elevate your meals with its vibrant flavors and versatile uses. Make a batch today and share the joy of homemade goodness with your loved ones! 🎉
