Green Tomato Chutney

Green tomato chutney is a delicious condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. I personally love to use it as a dipping sauce for chicken or fish, or as a spread on sandwiches and wraps. It’s also great on crackers with cheese or simply enjoyed straight from the spoon!

Ingredients

• Green Tomato Chutney:
• -2 1/2 pounds firm green tomatoes, cored and chopped (about 7 cups)
• -1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed
• -1 cup chopped red onion
• -1 cup golden raisins
• -1 cup apple cider vinegar
• -2 tablespoons chopped candied ginger
• -1 tablespoon mustard seeds
• -1 teaspoon chile pepper flakes
• -1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• -1 teaspoon salt -1/2 teaspoon ground allspice -Pinch ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Place a steamer rack in the pot and fill the pot with water up to the rim of the jars.

2. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Wash the lids in hot, soapy water.

3. Place all ingredients in a medium sized pot and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, covered. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

4. Remove jars from boiling water (reserving water if canning) and ladle chutney into them, filling to 1/4 inch from rim of jar. Wipe rims with clean wet paper towel if necessary.

5 . Place lids on jars and screw on canning rings until tight fitting.. 6 Return filled jars back into boiling water (making sure they are completely submerged), adding more boiling water if needed until there is an inch of space between top of water level and bottom of lid on jar.. 7 Boil for 15 minutes (or 20 minutes at altitudes above 1000-6000 feet). 8 Remove jars from boiling water using canning tongs or ladle, being careful not set them down too hard because they are full of hot liquid.. 9 Allow them to cool

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 220
• Fat: 0.5 g
• Saturated fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 10 mg

FAQs

What can I make with raw green tomatoes?

There are many delicious recipes that can be made with raw green tomatoes. Some of the most popular include fried green tomatoes, salsa, and pickled green tomatoes.

Fried green tomatoes are a classic southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. To make this dish, you will need green tomatoes, bread crumbs, white cornmeal, olive oil, and cajun seasoning. First, slice the green tomatoes into thick slices. Next, mix together the bread crumbs, cornmeal, and cajun seasoning in a shallow bowl. Then, dip each tomato slice in the mixture until it is coated on all sides.

Is green tomato chutney poisonous?

No, green tomato chutney is not poisonous.

The reason that some people may think green tomato chutney is poisonous is because green tomatoes contain the alkaloid solanine. This substance gives unripe tomatoes a bitter flavor, and can cause symptoms of poisoning if consumed in large amounts. However, the amount of solanine in green tomatoes is generally not enough to cause serious harm when consumed in small quantities, such as in a chutney. Therefore, it is safe to eat green tomato chutney without worry of poisoning.

Are green tomatoes good to cook with?

Green tomatoes are a versatile and delicious ingredient to cook with. Their firm texture and tart flavor make them ideal for baking in a pie, as they won’t turn mushy or lose their shape. They’re also great for frying or grilling, as their high acid content means they’ll retain their bright green color even when cooked.

Is green tomato chutney made from unripe tomatoes?

Yes, green tomato chutney is made from unripe tomatoes. The chutney is sweet and vinegary, and can be canned to enjoy all year long.