Pineapple, a luscious and succulent fruit, could be turned into a variety of dishes. With pineapple season in full swing, roadside vendors abound with ripe, fragrant offerings. From delightful juices and desserts to sweet-savoury dishes like pachadi and kichadi, pineapple presents a world of culinary possibilities.
Try this simple yet delightful recipe for pineapple chutney, shared by renowned celebrity chef, restaurateur, and media personality Kunal Kapur (@chefkunal). It would make an amazing dip to have with your crisps.
Ingredients
1 pineapple
¼ cup sugar
4-5 tbsp vinegar
¼ tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp rock salt
Salt to taste
½ tsp chilli powder
2 tsp roasted cumin seeds
¼ tsp pepper powder
Preparation
Roast the pineapple over a flame until the skin turns black
Once cooled, remove the skin and slice the pineapple into thin pieces
Heat a pan and add the pineapple slices, sugar, and vinegar
Stir in turmeric powder, salt, rock salt, and chilli powder. Mix well
Add roasted cumin seeds and pepper powder. Sauté until fragrant
Allow the mixture to cook thoroughly, then let it cool down
Blend the cooled mixture in a mixer jar until smooth
Transfer the chutney to a serving dish and sprinkle with chilli powder
Enjoy this delicious pineapple chutney hot or cold
