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    Home » Jams, Pickles, and Preserves

    Tomato and Raisin Chutney

    Jul 29, 2013 · Modified: Jul 16, 2020 by Andrea · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 6 Comments

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    Tomato and Raisin Chutney - Andrea Meyers

    I remember August of last year very clearly. Our tomato plants were producing like crazy, and we were bringing in five to ten pounds each night. Michael and I looked at each other and said it was time to get a pressure canner. Until then, I’d only canned high-acid tomato recipes, and seven years ago I said I would never tackle pressure canning for fear of explosions. But we had no empty counter space left; it was all covered with tomatoes, and they were still coming. It was time to get serious.

    Tomatoes in colanders on the kitchen counter - Andrea Meyers

    After a couple days of research, I ordered a 21-½ quart pressure canner made by All American in Wisconsin. It’s a heavy-duty cast aluminum pot that holds 7 quart jars or 19 pint jars. There are other brands of pressure canners, I just happen to like some of the features on this one, especially that it doesn't need a rubber gasket. You just rub a little olive oil on the edge of the pot before locking down the lid, and it creates a perfect seal. It comes in six different sizes that will hold between 4 and 19 quart jars. Using either the pressure canner or the boiling water method, I canned 40 quarts of tomato products last summer, including tomato sauce, spaghetti sauce, salsa, and ranchero sauce, and numerous pints of this flavorful tomato chutney. Once I got the hang of it, I was a happy gal. It was easy to use, with reasonable precautions, and I think it did a great job.

    Canning tomatoes, August 2012 - Andrea Meyers

    So here we are, almost year later, and I’m watching the tomato plants start to ramp up again. It’s a good thing we have all this canning equipment, because I think we will need it again very soon.

    Recipe Notes

    This chutney uses tomatoes as the base, then includes Vidalia onions, apples, and raisins. The flavor comes from apple cider vinegar, molasses, and five different spices, and let me tell you, it makes the whole house smell delicious! Just be prepared to stay home while it simmers for a few hours, and have the canning gear clean and ready to go. Since this chutney recipe has a good amount of acid from the apple cider vinegar, you can use the boiling water method as outlined below. No pressure canner required—save the pressure canner for low acid tomato sauces.

    I love this chutney spread all over grilled pork chops and other grilled meats. It’s also good with grilled eggplant or mushrooms. Think of it as a highly flavored ketchup replacement.

    Tomato and Raisin Chutney - Andrea Meyers
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    Tomato and Raisin Chutney

    Adapted from The Kitchen Garden Cookbook, by Sylvia Thompson. Makes about 8 pints.
    Prep Time45 mins
    Cook Time5 hrs
    Processing Time10 mins
    Total Time5 hrs 45 mins
    Course: Condiment
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: apples, onions, raisins, tomatoes
    Servings: 128
    Calories: 43kcal
    Author: Andrea

    Equipment

    • 12 to 15 quart stainless steel stockpot
    • 8 pint-size canning jars with lids and bands, sterilized
    • large canning pot
    • wide mouth funnel
    • jar lifter
    • lid wand

    Ingredients

    • 4 quarts chopped ripe tomatoes (about 16 to 20 large)
    • 2 cups chopped Vidalia onions (about 2 large)
    • 3 large green apples (chopped)
    • 1 pound raisins (half dark and half golden)
    • 3 cups apple cider vinegar
    • 1½ pounds light brown sugar
    • ¼ cup molasses
    • 1 tablespoon ground cloves
    • 1½ teaspoons ground allspice
    • 3 tablespoons kosher or canning salt
    • ¾ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
    • 2 tablespoons mustard seeds
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    Preparation

    • Combine all the ingredients in the stockpot in the order listed. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it's very dark and thick, at least 3 hours.
    • While the mixture simmers, clean and sterilize the jars, lids, and bands. I use the dishwasher with hot dry to sterilize the jars and hand wash the lids and bands.
    • When ready to can, fill a large canning pot about half full and bring to a boil. A few minutes before you are ready to fill the jars, put the lids in a hot water bath to finish sterilizing. Pack each hot jar with the hot chutney, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Wipe the rims clean and place a hot lid on top. Twist the band on just until finger tight, not too tight. Put the jars in the stockpot with enough water to cover the jars 1 inch.
    • Process for 10 minutes, then carefully lift out the jars and place them on a heat-resistant surface with a towel underneath. Allow to rest and cool for 24 hours, then store in a cool dark place. Allow to ripen for 2 months before using. (Note: If any jars do not seal, you can repack the chutney into sterile jars and lids then reprocess, or put them in the refrigerator.)

    Nutrition

    Calories: 43kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 254IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Kim says

      October 05, 2015 at 9:52 pm

      Hi! I researched a tomato chutney recipe and finally picked yours. It's just coming to a boil as I write. I didn't know whether I should peel the apples (not mentioned), but a quick Google search made it a strong recommend. I swapped half the raisins for dates...and might add a bay leaf. Smells fabulous already, so thank you!!

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      • Cathy says

        September 01, 2017 at 1:08 pm

        Do you peel the tomatoes in the tomato raisin chutney? Can you use cherry tomatoes not peeled?
        Thanks

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        • Andrea says

          September 09, 2017 at 12:06 pm

          Hi Cathy. I do not peel the tomatoes when I make the chutney. I haven't tried this recipe with cherry tomatoes, but it would probably work. You'll have more skin with cherry tomatoes. Let me know how it turns out.

          Reply
    2. Emi says

      September 27, 2018 at 9:53 am

      I don’t have any canning equipment nor plan to get any since I’m just trying this for the first time as I love tomato chutney having lived overseas where it’s popular. Could I possibly just make this and refrigerate in jars?

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 29, 2018 at 9:38 am

        Hi Emi. Yes, you can make the chutney and store it in the refrigerator without the canning process. Depending on your refrigerator space, you may want to make half a recipe which will yield 4 pint jars.

        Reply
    3. Emi says

      September 29, 2018 at 6:34 pm

      Thanks!! Am making this for Christmas gifts this year.

      Reply

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