Perfect for your Thanksgiving table my recipe for cranberry apple chutney also has freshly grated ginger, brown sugar, orange zest and an optional kick of heat. By choosing to use fresh cranberries or frozen cranberries you will be making this easy cranberry chutney to go along with your charcuterie and cheese board beyond Thanksgiving.
If you are looking for a cranberry sauce instead of a chutney you are going to want to make my 3 ingredient cranberry sauce. It comes together in 5 minutes. If you still can't get enough cranberries, you will want to make my cranberry apple pie. A family favorite!
Cranberry Chutney Ingredients:
- olive oil
- onion, minced
- fresh ginger, grated
- cranberries, frozen or fresh
- granny smith apple, peeled, cored, fine dice
- cider vinegar
- zest and juice of 1 orange
- light brown sugar, packed
- whole grain mustard
- alt
- red pepper flakes, optional
Directions:
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a medium saute pan. Add the minced onion, grated ginger, diced apple and saute until golden.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the saucepan and cook until the cranberries pop, about 10 mins. Remove from the heat and cool.
- The chutney can be stored in the refrigerator for several days.
What do you eat cranberry chutney with, besides turkey?
- Warm a round of brie, pour the cranberry chutney over it and serve with crackers
- Have it on a sandwich instead of mayo.
- Puree it and use as a dipping sauce for egg rolls or any fried food.
- Serve it alongside a cheese and charcuterie board.
- Mix it into ground beef or pork and use for meatloaf or sausage roll filling
- Serve it on the side of a meat pie or and empanada
- Serve it with grilled sausages
- With roasted chicken or or fish.
- Puree it and glaze meat, roasted sweet potatoes, butternut squash, etc.
- Serve it alongside a grilled cheese sandwich.
- On a burger, especially veggie burger.
📝 Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
Chutney is usually made from a mixture of fruit, spices, sugar, vinegar, a bit of spice and cooked down. The reduction will intensify the flavors, thicken the mixture and the sugar will balance out the tartness. Chutney is great served alongside a cheese and charcuterie board, accompany roasted meats or compliment cheeses.
Traditionally, a relish is made with grated or cut up vegetables or fruit, whereas chutney is traditionally made with fruit as the main ingredient. Chutney is a spicy, aromatic condiment that contains fruit, sugar, vinegar and a variety of spices depending on the recipe.
Chef Tip
I don't let all the cranberries completely cook down. I allow some of them to stay plump giving the chutney more texture.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ onion minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger grated
- 12 Ounces cranberries frozen or fresh
- 1 granny smith apple peeled, cored, fine dice
- ¼ Cup cider vinegar
- zest and juice of 1 orange
- ½ Cup Brown Sugar packed
- 1 Teaspoon whole grain mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- dash of red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a medium saute pan. Add the minced onion, grated ginger, diced apple and saute until golden.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the saucepan and cook until the cranberries pop, about 10 mins. Remove from the heat and cool.
- The chutney can be stored in the refrigerator for several days.
Beth Lee says
I love this take on a cranberry side dish. I always make my cranberry orange jam but it's nice to have a more savory and chunky version to put out. Also this would be awesome on sandwiches!
Sarah says
You nailed the sandwich use! I make it year round just for turkey sandwiches.
Claire says
I never knew the difference between a relish and a chutney!!!!
Love learning new things about food.
I made this over the weekend to serve with a warm brie. It was stella!!!!!
Will definitely be making another batch for the holidays.
Sarah says
Ooh! I love this with a brie! Great pairing.