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Fruit Chutney Zwt South Africa

This recipe was entered for zwt & has been modified slightly. My source is: http://africhef.com/chutney-recipe.html. The intro is short & sweet ... This easy south african fruit chutney recipe is 1 of the simplest i've come across & is well worth the slight effort taken to prepare it." (yield & times have been estimated. Times do not include standing overnight or waiting period to mature)"

Steps

Chop all dried fruit except the sultanas.
Place fruit & water in a lrg mixing bowl , cover & leave overnight.
Do not drain the fruit.
Add the remaining ingredients & place in a heavy bottomed saucepan.
Simmer over low heat till the sugar has dissolved.
Bring to a boil & then lower heat.
Allow to simmer for approx 1 1 / 2 hrs or till thick , stirring occ.
Pour chutney mixture into sterilized jars while still hot.
Fill to in below the top.
Cover w / an airtight plastic lid.
Do not use a metal lid because the action of the spices & vinegar will cause corrosion.
Leave the chutney to mature in a cool , dark , dry place for 6-8 weeks before use.

Ingredients

brown sugar, dried pears, dried apricot, dates, dried apple ring, sultana, onion, water, garlic cloves, cider vinegar, chili powder, turmeric, nutmeg, ginger