Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs plum tomatoes, finely diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions:

  1. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in your heavy pot.
  2. Sauté the minced onion and garlic, stirring frequently for 5-7 minutes until they become translucent and slightly golden.
  3. Stir in the cumin, cinnamon, cloves, and red chili flakes. Toast the spices for 60 seconds until they smell nutty and fragrant.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup. Bring the Tomato Chutney components to a gentle boil, then immediately turn the heat to low.
  5. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes. Continue until the mixture reaches a mahogany color and a thick, velvety consistency.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat.
  7. Stir in the fresh lime juice and sea salt.
  8. Let the finished Tomato Chutney cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a jar.