Ingredients

  • 3 cups (750 mL) diced pineapple, preferably sweet variety called Gold (1/2-inch/1 cm dice)
  • 2 tsp (10 mL) salt
  • 2 1/2 tbsp (32 mL) cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground fenugreek seeds (methi) or more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp asafetida (hing) or more to taste 1 mL
  • 1/3 cup (75 mL) vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) mustard seeds

Method

  • In a bowl, combine pineapple and salt.
  • Set aside.
  • In another bowl, combine cayenne pepper, turmeric, fenugreek and asafetida.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over high heat until a couple of mustard seeds thrown in start to sputter.
  • Add remaining mustard seeds and cover immediately.
  • Uncover in a few seconds when seeds stop popping.
  • Reduce heat to medium.
  • Add spice mix.
  • Stir-fry for 10 seconds.
  • Add pineapple.
  • Cook, maintaining a gentle boil the entire time, stirring frequently, until mixture is thick, about 10 minutes.
  • Cover and serve at room temperature or chill before serving.
  • (Chutney can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Do not freeze.)