Mango Chutney

How to Make Mango Chutney

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1. Wash 2 jars of about 300 ml in hot soapy water, rinse and dry them in a 120°C / 250°F (100°C / 210°F fan) oven for 10 minutes.

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2. Put the mango, onion, ginger, garlic, sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, chilli flakes, cinnamon stick and raisins in a large, heavy saucepan.

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3. Bring to the boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.

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4. Reduce the heat and simmer for 40 to 45 minutes, stirring often towards the end, until the chutney is thick, glossy and a spoon dragged through it leaves a clear trail.

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5. Remove the cinnamon stick. Ladle the hot chutney into the hot jars, leaving a 1 cm gap at the top, and seal at once with sterilised lids.

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6. Cool completely, then label and store. The flavour improves after a week.

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Tips for Making Mango Chutney

• Use ripe but firm mangoes. Underripe fruit is sour and stringy, and overripe fruit turns to mush before the syrup has reduced.
• Stir often as the chutney thickens. The sugar catches on the base of the pan, and burnt chutney has a bitter taste.
• Test for set by dragging a spoon across the base of the pan. If the trail stays open for a second or two, it is ready.

Common Substitutions & Variations

• A quarter-teaspoon of ground ginger per tablespoon of fresh is the standard ratio if you are working from the spice rack rather than a fresh root.
• An eighth of a teaspoon of garlic powder per clove is the usual stand-in when you are out of fresh garlic — it will not caramelise the same way, but it carries the flavour.
• A dry vermouth keeps for longer than an open bottle of white wine and is the closer swap than a random white left in the fridge; for an alcohol-free version, use the same amount of stock with a squeeze of lemon.

What to Serve with Mango Chutney

• Poppadoms
• Curry
• Cheddar sandwich

Storing & Reheating Mango Chutney

Unopened jars keep in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months. Once opened, keep in the fridge and use within 4 weeks.

Mango Chutney FAQ: Common Questions

Mango Chutney Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.