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Indian Chetney Sauce

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Indian Chetney Sauce

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\"\" 78 \"\"
Recipe Score · Tried & True

🥘 Ingredients

8 oz. of sharp, sour apples, pared and cored; 8 oz. of tomatoes, 8 oz. of salt, 8 oz. of brown, sugar, 8 oz. of stoned raisins, 4 oz. of cayenne, 4 oz. of powdered ginger, 2 oz. of garlic, 2 oz. of shalots, 3 quarts of vinegar, 1 quart of lemon-juice.

👨‍🍳 Method

Chop the apples in small square pieces, and add to them the other ingredients. Mix the whole well together, and put in a well-covered jar. Keep this in a warm place, and stir every day for a month, taking care to put on the lid after this operation; strain, but do not squeeze it dry; store it away in clean jars or bottles for use, and the liquor will serve as an excellent sauce for meat or fish.

📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.

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Daniel — Frugal Foodie
★★★★★ 2026-05-08
Quiet elegance from another century

I tried this Indian Chetney Sauce recipe, expecting a simple chutney, but was delighted to find that the vinegar and lemon juice transformed it into a tangy, spiced condiment. The most surprising element was the use of cayenne pepper, which added a subtle heat that balanced beautifully with the sweetness of the apples and raisins. I found the process of daily stirring for a month a bit labor-intensive, but the reward was a versatile sauce that I ended up using on everything from roasted chicken to grilled fish. This recipe is perfect for the weeknight cook who wants to make something ahead of time and have it ready to go. The long fermentation process might seem daunting, but it's largely hands-off, and the result is a unique, flavorful sauce that adds a touch of vintage charm to modern meals. I stored mine in a glass jar in the fridge, and it kept well for several weeks. If you're looking to elevate simple dishes with a bit of history and a lot of flavor, give this Indian Chetney Sauce a try.

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