Victoria's Mango & Vinegar Chutney

Victoria's Mango & Vinegar Chutney

Chutneys are condiments that are made of fruits or vegetables cooked in vinegar, sweetened with sugar or dried fruit and flavored with spices.  Chutneys should be smooth and pulpy with a mellow flavor and are best left to mature to blend flavors for at least a couple of weeks.  Use as an accompaniment with meats, curries, cheese, savory pies or as a sandwich filling. 

INGREDIENTS

6 Peeled & Thinly Sliced Ripe Mangos

1 1/4 Cups Cider Vinegar

1 1/3 Cups Light Brown Sugar

1 1/2 Ounce Peeled & Chopped Fresh Gingerroot

2 Crushed Garlic Cloves

2 Teaspoons Chili Powder

1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt

In a large size saucepan cook the sliced mangoes and vinegar over a low heat for 12 minutes.  Stir in the brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chili powder and kosher salt.  Turn the heat up to medium high and slowly bring to a boil.  Stir well.  Turn the heat down to low and simmer for 30 minutes stirring occasionally.  Wash one 1/2 pint canning jar in very hot and soapy water.  Rinse well.  Ladle the hot chutney into the cleaned jar.  If you are increasing this recipe then you will need more jars so make sure to plan accordingly.  Fill almost to the top of the jar, but leave just a tad bit of room.  Wipe the rim of the jar with a clean damp cloth.  Place the lid on the jar and close tightly.  Place the filled jar(s) into a boiling hot water bath.  Remove from the hot water bath and set on a wire rack or towel to cool.  Let cool for 12 hours.  Store in a cool place until ready to use.  Makes 1/2 pint.