Spiced Chestnut & Pear Chutney

Sweet pears, warming spices and chestnuts come together to create a rich, festive chutney that's perfect for cheeseboards, sandwiches and Christmas leftovers. Easy to make and ideal for gifting, it develops even more flavour as it matures.

 

Written by Spoonful of Happy
1 hour 30 minutes Makes 4 jars Beginner
Spiced Chestnut & Pear Chutney
Ingredients
  • 1 pouch Merchant Gourmet Whole Chestnuts
  • 400g pears, peeled and cut into 2cm chunks
  • 400g onions, chopped
  • 400g caster sugar
  • 150g raisins or sultanas
  • 3 tsp mixed spice
  • Zest and juice of 2 oranges
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard seeds (optional)
  • 600ml apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar

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Whole Chestnuts
Whole Chestnuts
180G
  1. Roughly chop the Merchant Gourmet Whole Chestnuts and set aside.
  2. Add the pears, onions, caster sugar, raisins, mixed spice, orange zest and juice, mustard seeds (if using) and vinegar to a large saucepan.
  3. Bring gently to the boil, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
  4. Reduce to a steady simmer and cook for 1 hour 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chutney has reduced and thickened significantly.
  5. The chutney is ready when you can draw a spoon through the bottom of the pan and the trail remains visible for a moment before filling in.
  6. Remove from the heat and stir through the chopped chestnuts.
  7. Divide between 3–4 sterilised jars.
  8. Leave to cool completely before sealing and refrigerating.
  9. Store in the fridge for up to 3 months.

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