Beer Chutney

Beer Chutney

This chutney uses beer to give it a unique flavour. You need to use ale or stout rather than lager to give a good flavour.



Ingredient's:

200g shallots, peeled

200g carrots, peeled and diced

200g dessert apples, peeled, cored and cut into dice

2 cloves garlic, chopped

100g dried apricots, chopped

300g tomatoes, peeled and chopped

200g soft light brown sugar

100mls cider vinegar

30mls lemon juice

1 tsp English mustard powder

1 tsp ground ginger

1 tsp salt

½ tsp ground coriander

Good grating of nutmeg

Ground black pepper

300mls beer



Method:

1. Put the shallots, carrots, apples, garlic, apricots, tomatoes, sugar and vinegar in a large saucepan. Put on a medium heat and dissolve the sugar before bringing it to the boil. Mix the lemon juice with the spices and add to the pan. Simmer for 50 minutes or until everything is softened.

2. Add the beer and continue to cook for a further 30 minutes or until the mixture is thick.

3. Put into sterilised jars and cover with acid proof lids. Keep for 1 month before using and use within one year. Once opened keep in the refrigerator.