Peach Chutney is a perfect chutney recipe to make when peaches are at their seasonal best. A tangy chunky relish, chutney is a perfect condiment for spicy Indian curries, for a Ploughman’s Lunch or as a side condiment for grilled meat.
Quick to make and no canning required.
Peaches, corn and tomatoes are in full swing, quite possibly at the peak of their perfection. It’s the perfect time to make seasonal recipes with summer produce.
I've already seen pumpkin recipes on the internet. That feels a bit like seeing Halloween décor in stores in June. I just need a little bit more time to celebrate the summer produce.
What Is Chutney?
Chutney is a a spicy condiment made with fruits and/or vegetables, vinegar, spices, and sugar.
It’s a sweet, tangy addition to spicy foods in particular and originated in India.
I love a good chutney. The tanginess and depth of flavor and sweetness of the cooked fruit are soul food to me.
How to Use Chutney
If this is your first experience of a chutney, you may think of it like a relish. Chutney is wonderful over a curry dish, paired with meats or with a bold cheese and some crusty bread.
In the past I've made batches of chutney to can but I wanted to whip up a quick chutney recipe that could be eaten the same day.
This Quick Fresh Peach Chutney recipe is a celebration of summer.
Making a Chutney Recipe
Chutney's are each changed up a bit by one's traditions or preference though each has common elements of vinegar, fruit or vegetable, a sweetener of some kind and spices.
It's common to add chilies for heat however I wanted this chutney recipe to tame a specific spicy recipe so omitted those.
I love the fresher flavor of the peaches in this recipe, as did those in my household as it was gone lickety-split!
Peach Chutney recipe Ingredients
Chutney recipes are made up of tangy, sweet and spicy ingredients that are probably already in your pantry or produce drawer!
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Light Brown Sugar
- Yellow Onion
- Garlic Cloves
- fresh Ginger Root
- Golden Raisins
- Kosher Salt
- fresh Peaches
How to Make it – Step by Step
For the full printable recipe refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the blog post.
STEP 1. Make the brine
Combine the vinegar and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat (photo 1).
Bring to a low boil while stirring to dissolve the sugar (photo 2).
STEP 2. Add ingredients
Reduce heat to a simmer; add the onion, garlic, ginger, raisins, and salt (photo 3).
Simmer for 10 minutes (photo 4). Add the peaches (photo 5).
STEP 2. Cook
Simmer an additional 10 minutes or until peaches are cooked. NOTE: firmer peaches will take longer (photo 6).
STEP 3. Rest
Remove from heat; allow to stand for 15 minutes before serving (photo 7).
How to Store
Leftover chutney may be stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to a week.
NOTE: Once refrigerated the chutney will become thicker.
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Recipe
Quick Fresh Peach Chutney
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 3/4 cup chopped Yellow Onion (approximately 1 small onion)
- 1 tablespoon diced Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon peeled , diced Ginger Root
- 1/3 cup Golden Raisins
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh ripe Peaches (approximately 4-5 medium peaches), pitted, peeled and cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Combine the vinegar and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a low boil while stirring to dissolve the sugar.1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar, 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
- Reduce to a simmer and add the onion, garlic, ginger, raisins, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes stirring periodically.3/4 cup chopped Yellow Onion, 1 tablespoon diced Garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon peeled, 1/3 cup Golden Raisins, 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- Add the peaches and simmer an additional 10 minutes or until peaches are cooked (firmer peaches will take longer).1 1/2 pounds fresh ripe Peaches
- Remove from heat and allow to stand for 15 minutes before serving. Leftover chutney may be stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to a week. Once refrigerated the chutney will become thicker.
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Originally published: September 1, 2017
Jeni Hawkins says
I’ve never made chutney before! BUT I did just buy about 20 fresh peaches that are ready for an amazing recipe. This sounds EASY to make and so refreshing, too!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
I’m seriously in love with this right now!
Monica says
This looks so delicious and perfect for summer! It’s also something that I’ve never attempted to make before.
Catherine Sargent says
This looks amazing and I can’t wait to get some fresh peaches to make the recipe. I have never tried chutney.
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
Peaches are amazing already, but this makes them a lot better!
Dana Vento says
I love a good chutney, and this is certainly a good one! I put something like this on everything from meats to biscuits. It’s just so tasty.
Colleen says
this sounds so good! It would be perfect with a nice pork roast or grilled pork. I have to make this.
Toni Dash says
It would be perfect for those Colleen!
Stacie says
I absolutely will be making this. I love chutney to begin with, and down here in Georgia, you can only make so many pies and cobblers before it gets boring.
Colleen says
Lovely recipe! I added a bit of cardamom and star anise as well.
Toni Dash says
Fantastic!
Rach Ferrucci says
This looks and sounds amazing. I love peaches and new recipes to serve to my family and guests!