African Dried Fruit Chutney

Immerse your taste buds in the vibrant and aromatic flavors of African Dried Fruit Chutney, a sweet, tangy, and mildly spiced condiment perfect for pairing with roasted meats, curries, or cheese platters. This easy homemade recipe combines dried apricots, figs, and raisins with bold spices like cinnamon, coriander, and allspice, balanced by the zing of fresh ginger, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice. Slowly simmered in cider vinegar and brown sugar, this chutney thickens into a rich and luscious spread that deepens in flavor over time. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and using pantry staples, this versatile chutney is the perfect make-ahead companion to elevate any meal or snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried apricots
• 1 cup dried figs
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons, minced fresh ginger
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 0.75 cup cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Chop the dried apricots and figs into small bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened and slightly translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced ginger and garlic to the pan, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the cider vinegar, brown sugar, and water, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the chopped dried apricots, figs, raisins, ground cinnamon, ground coriander, ground allspice, salt, and red chili flakes to the pan. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the chutney uncovered for about 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is tender and the mixture is thickened.

Step 7

Remove the chutney from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Allow the chutney to cool slightly before transferring it to clean, airtight jars. Let it cool completely before storing in the refrigerator.

Step 9

Serve as a condiment with roasted meats, curries, or as a spread on bread and crackers. The flavors intensify after a day, so consider making this ahead for the best taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	780.3 grams (780.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	995

Total Fat 1.70g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1253mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 245.40g	89%
Dietary Fiber 20.40g	73%
Total Sugars 191.60g
Protein 9.60g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 319mg	25%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 2348mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 94.8%