Gingered Fig Chutney

Ingredients

• 1/2 large Bermuda onion, coarsely chopped
• 4 Tbsp. coarsely chopped gingerroot
• 2 red serrano, jalapeno, or other hot chiles, seeded and coarsely chopped
• 2 tsp. grated lemon zest
• 1/2 cup golden raisins
• 2/3 cup white wine vinegar
• 2/3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
• 2 tsp. ground cardamom
• 1/2 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
• 4 fresh figs, peeled and cut in 1/4-inch dice

Directions

Combine the onion, ginger, and chiles in food processor until the consistancy of rice. Spoon mixture into a deep skillet and add lemon zest, raisins, vinegar, brown sugar, and spices. Cook over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Add figs and bring to slow boil, stir often until juices thicken. remove from
heat and allow to cool. Refrigerate before serving.

Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: Internet
Submitted By: Marlen
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Gingered Fig Chutney