Ingredients

  • 2 cups peeled, cored, and diced ( 1/2-inch) golden pineapple
  • 1/2 small sweet onion, such as Vidalia or Maui, finely chopped
  • 1/2 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 6 cardamom pods
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped crystallized ginger
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • Salt

Method

  • In a medium-size, heavy saucepan, combine the pineapple, onion, bell pepper, sugar, vinegar, cardamom, ginger, and raisins and let sit until very juicy, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened slightly, about 30 minutes.
  • Season with salt and let cool.
  • Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold.
  • Will keep, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.