Cranberry Chutney with Apples and Crystallized Ginger


MAKES ABOUT 3 CUPS

If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before cooking.

1

teaspoon vegetable oil

1

shallot, minced

2

teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger

½

teaspoon salt

cup water

¼

cup cider vinegar

1

cup packed brown sugar

12

ounces (3 cups) fresh or frozen cranberries

2

Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ¼-inch pieces

cup minced crystallized ginger

1. Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add shallot, fresh ginger, and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until shallot has softened, 1 to 2 minutes.

2. Add water, vinegar, and sugar. Increase heat to high and bring to simmer, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add 1½ cups cranberries and apples; return to simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have almost completely broken down and mixture has thickened, about 15 minutes.

3. Add remaining 1½ cups cranberries and crystallized ginger; continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries just begin to burst, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to serving bowl and cool for at least 1 hour before serving. (Sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.)