🌶️🍍 Spicy Pineapple Jalapeño Chutney (Mediterranean-Inspired)
📝 Description
This Spicy Pineapple Jalapeño Chutney is a vibrant balance of sweetness, heat, and tang. Juicy pineapple is simmered with jalapeño, garlic, ginger, and olive oil, then finished with lemon and warm spices. While chutney has global roots, this version leans Mediterranean with olive oil, citrus, and natural sweetness — perfect for pairing with grilled meats, cheeses, or roasted vegetables.
🍍 Ingredients
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2 cups fresh pineapple, finely chopped
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1–2 jalapeños, finely minced (seeds removed for milder heat)
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½ small red onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
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Juice of ½ lemon
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¼ teaspoon ground cumin
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
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Sauté aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add red onion and cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes. -
Build flavor:
Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Simmer:
Stir in pineapple, honey, vinegar, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, and salt. -
Cook down:
Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and jam-like. -
Cool:
Remove from heat and let cool. Chutney thickens as it cools.
🍽 Serving Ideas
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Spoon over grilled chicken, fish, or shrimp
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Serve with cheese boards or yogurt cheese
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Use as a sandwich or wrap spread
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Pair with roasted vegetables or falafel
❓ Q & A
Q: How spicy is this chutney?
A: Medium heat with one jalapeño. Use two for extra spice or remove all seeds for mild.
Q: Can I use canned pineapple?
A: Yes — just drain very well and choose pineapple in juice, not syrup.
Q: How long does it keep?
A: Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Q: Can I make it sugar-free?
A: Pineapple is naturally sweet, so you can reduce or skip added honey if desired.
Q: Is this Mediterranean-diet friendly?
A: Yes — made with olive oil, fruit, and natural sweeteners, enjoyed in moderation.
