Apples are such versatile fruit.

From pies, cakes, crisps and crumbles to juices, jellies, ciders and vinegars, there are so many healthy and delicious ways to enjoy them.

Apple Chutney is one of my favorite apple recipes.

It’s a tasty way to use lots of those apples you picked at the orchard and bought at the farm stand.

This super-versatile, vegan apple chutney can be enjoyed in so many ways.

For example, chutney is wonderful as a tasty sandwich spread or as a delicious glaze for roasted vegetables.

The garlic chili sauce used in this recipe is available in most grocery stores or online.

It is spicy, so start with a small amount and add more to reach the desired level of heat.

Sweet and Savory, Vegan Instant Pot® Apple Chutney

Prep time: 10 minutes
Sauté time: 5-7 minutes
Active cook time: 3 minutes (+ time to come to pressure)
Natural release: 5 minutes
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

1 T. extra virgin olive oil
½ medium red onion, chopped
1 T. fresh ginger, finely minced
1 t. ground cinnamon
½ t. ground cloves
½ t. whole cumin seeds
¼ t. salt
¼ c. apple cider vinegar
1/3 c. maple syrup
1 t. sugar-free garlic chili sauce
4 large apples, cored and peeled
1 large orange, peeled and chopped, with juice
1 T. orange zest, preferably organic

Directions:

Select the “Sauté” function on your Instant Pot and adjust to the highest setting.

Add olive oil.

Once hot, add the red onion, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, cumin seed, and salt.

Stir to combine and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent, and the spices are fragrant —

approximately 4-5 minutes.

Pour in the cider vinegar and deglaze the pot by gently scraping the bottom with a spatula to loosen any browned bits.

Add the maple syrup, garlic chili sauce, apples, orange, and orange zest.

Stir to combine and turn the unit off.

Cover and lock the lid into place.

Flip the pressure valve to “Sealing” and select the “Manual” setting on high for 3 minutes.

When the cook time is complete, allow pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes.

Then do a quick release for any remaining pressure.

Once the pin drops and no more steam escapes, carefully remove the lid and set aside.

Select the “Sauté” function and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Heat, while stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, and the excess liquid is reduced, approximately 1-2 minutes.

Turn the unit off and either use immediately or store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Scoop up and enjoy!

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