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Rhubarb Date Chutney

A tangy-sweet chutney made with rhubarb and dates, gently spiced and ideal as a flavorful side or condiment.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 800kcal

Ingredients

  • 800 g rhubarb washed and cut into 1 cm pieces
  • 150 g dates finely chopped (about 10–12 soft dates)
  • 100 g onion finely chopped (1 medium onion)
  • 5–10 g fresh red or green chili finely chopped (1 chili)
  • 15 ml ghee

Whole spices for grinding

  • 1 g cloves 4–5 pieces
  • 1 g allspice berries 4–5 pieces
  • 2 g coriander seeds about 1 teaspoon

For tempering and seasoning

  • 1.5 g mustard seeds ½ teaspoon
  • 1 g turmeric powder ½ teaspoon
  • 3–4 g salt or to taste

Liquid

  • 250 ml water
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Instructions

  • Wash the rhubarb, peel if necessary, and cut into 1 cm pieces.
  • Chop the dates into small pieces.
  • Grind the cloves, allspice, and coriander seeds using a mortar and pestle – or use pre-ground spices if you prefer.
  • Peel and finely chop the onion.
  • Finely chop the chili.
  • Heat the ghee in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the mustard seeds and toast until they start to pop.
  • Add the ground spice mix and toast briefly until fragrant.
  • Stir in the rhubarb and dates.
  • Add the water and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Once the rhubarb begins to break down, add turmeric and salt.
  • Pour the chutney into two sterilized 500 ml jars (or four 250 ml jars).
  • Let cool slightly, then seal the jars.

Notes

  • Sealed jars will keep for several months in a cool and dark place.
  • Once opened, store in the fridge and use within a few weeks.
  • The chutney also works perfectly with frozen rhubarb.
  • The flavor deepens over time - it often tastes even better after a few days.
  • For a smoother texture, you can mash the chutney slightly during cooking or blend part of it after cooling.
  • Rhubarb is low in calories and a good source of fiber, vitamin K and antioxidants.
  • Dates provide natural sweetness and are rich in minerals like potassium and magnesium, as well as fiber.

Nutrition

Calories: 800kcal | Carbohydrates: 163g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 225mg | Potassium: 3453mg | Fiber: 30g | Sugar: 110g | Vitamin A: 1167IU | Vitamin C: 131mg | Calcium: 750mg | Iron: 5mg