10-Minute Níspero Chutney (Spicy Loquat Recipe)
Wondering what to make with loquats? Use up your ripe nísperos with this 10-minute Nispero Chutney (Spicy Loquat Recipe). Easy, delicious, and made with just a few pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 12-15 large juicy nísperos (peeled, pitted, and chopped)
- ½ cooking onion chopped small
- 3 garlic cloves crushed or finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes or more if you love heat
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric with a pinch of black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon curry powder I used Madras, you what you prefer or what`s available
- ½ teaspoon coriander seeds
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinega I used organic
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
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Instructions
- Prepare everything first. Chop up the onion nice and small, and grate the garlic and ginger so it’s all ready to go.
- Start by washing them to remove dirt, peeling them, removing the stones, and roughly chopping the flesh. Set it aside for later.
- Add a splash of oil to a small pan and warm it over low heat. Once it’s hot, toss in the coriander seeds and mustard seeds.
- When the seeds start to pop and smell all toasty, throw in the chopped onion, grated garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry it all for about 2- 3 minutes until the onion softens a bit.
- Add in the chili flakes, cumin, turmeric, and black pepper, curry powder, and the cardamom, and give everything a really good stir so it’s coated in spice.
- Drop in the chopped loquats, plus the salt, agave syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Stir everything together and let it gently simmer for 6-7 minutes, stirring now and then.
- Cool and store. Let the chutney cool completely, then transfer it to a sterilised jar. Pop it in the fridge, it’ll keep for about a week.
Notes & Suggestions
Top Tips
Keep the skins on!
If you're using organic nísperos, there's no need to peel them; most of the nutrients are just under the skin, and to be honest, peeling them takes forever. Just give them a good wash, cut them in half, remove the stone, and chop them up skin-on for extra fibre and less fuss. Want it sweeter?
Add a pinch of ground cinnamon for a warmer, sweeter twist. It pairs beautifully with the tangy loquats and spices. FAQ for the homemade nispero loquat chutney What is Chutney? Chutney is a classic Indian condiment often served with curries, naan bread, and rice. It can be made with different fruits, veggies, and spices; it can be sweet, spicy, tangy, or, like mine, all three! Can I make this chutney with other fruits? Yep! If you don’t have loquats (nísperos), you could totally try it with apricots, plums, peaches, or even mango. How long does homemade chutney last in the fridge? About a week in a clean, sealed jar. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it in small batches for up to 6 months. Just defrost and stir before using. Looking for more easy dip recipes? Try these:
If you're using organic nísperos, there's no need to peel them; most of the nutrients are just under the skin, and to be honest, peeling them takes forever. Just give them a good wash, cut them in half, remove the stone, and chop them up skin-on for extra fibre and less fuss. Want it sweeter?
Add a pinch of ground cinnamon for a warmer, sweeter twist. It pairs beautifully with the tangy loquats and spices. FAQ for the homemade nispero loquat chutney What is Chutney? Chutney is a classic Indian condiment often served with curries, naan bread, and rice. It can be made with different fruits, veggies, and spices; it can be sweet, spicy, tangy, or, like mine, all three! Can I make this chutney with other fruits? Yep! If you don’t have loquats (nísperos), you could totally try it with apricots, plums, peaches, or even mango. How long does homemade chutney last in the fridge? About a week in a clean, sealed jar. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it in small batches for up to 6 months. Just defrost and stir before using. Looking for more easy dip recipes? Try these:
- Naturally Sweetened Muhummara without breadcrumbs
- Creamy Chili Avocado Pesto
- Raw Beetroot Hummus
- Black Garlic Pesto
- Spinach and Pistachio Hummus
Nutrition Profile
Nutrition
10-Minute Níspero Chutney (Spicy Loquat Recipe)
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
65
% Daily Value*
Fat
1.5
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
0.1
g
1
%
Carbohydrates
14
g
5
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
9
g
10
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin C
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
30
mg
3
%
Iron
0.7
mg
4
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated automatically per serving. Values may vary depending on ingredients used and serving size. Adjust calculations accordingly if changes are made.
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