I had a few leftovers from the apples I bought for some apple muffins. I wanted to make something which is quick and something that can be enjoyed with my lunch. I was having a simple Indian meal of rice and curry that day and I was wondering how to fit in Granny Smith apple into it. That’s when my delicious sweet and tangy Apple Chutney was born. Green apples are a little like tangy raw green mangoes. So I thought they can work well in a typical Indian chutney. I wasn’t wrong. We all loved this new creation and have been eating it with our Dosas, Idlis, Flat breads and Rice every single day.
There really is no reason for me to be buying imported green apples to make this again as mangoes are locally available to me but for all you people in the other side of the globe where apples are in season now please make this! If you like Indian food you will LOVE your Indian Apple Chutney. A very refreshing taste if you have already had too many apples pies.
A simple recipe which will surely not disappoint you. 
Green Apple Chutney
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Green Apple Chutney is a sweet and tangy condiment that pairs perfectly with Indian dishes like dosas, idlis, flatbreads, and rice.
Ingredients
- 3 Granny Smith apples
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2 dry red chilies
- 1 sprig of curry leaves
- 1-2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Grate the apples with the skin on and set aside. Do this only when you have all the other ingredients ready, as the apples will change color quickly.
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Once the mustard seeds start popping, add the cumin seeds, dry red chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
- Add the grated apples to the pan and stir well to combine with the spices.
- Add sugar and salt, and mix thoroughly.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and the chutney has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and let it cool before serving.
Notes
Grate the apples just before cooking to prevent them from browning. This chutney pairs well with Indian meals such as dosas, idlis, and rice. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Adjust the sugar according to the sweetness of the apples.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
