It’s like pickled beets but more fun.

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Beet lovers, raise your hands!

Ive never met a beet recipe I didnt like.

Jar of Beet Chutney on a Charcuterie Board with Cheese and Crackers

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But I have met some I liked more than others, and this one is an all-time favorite.

I can batches in the summer when my favorite farmers at the local market have an abundance of beets.

If pickled beets are your thing, try this beet chutney.

Jars of Beet Chutney (One Opened with a Spoon in It)

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I also have a regular roster of fellow Beet Believers who love getting jars as gifts.

Canning is not your thing?

you’re able to still make this recipe.

Beet Chutney on a Spoon with More in the Jar

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Jars that are not water-bath canned will keep in the refrigerator for a few months, perhaps even longer.

The yield can vary greatly for canning recipes.

If you end up with a partial jar, skip canning that one and stick it in the fridge.

Beets Boiled in a Pot with One in a Spider Strainer Pierced with a Knife for Beet Chutney Recipe

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Use within 2 months.

Put a lid on the pan and bring to a boil over high heat.

To pressure cook the beets, put 1 cup of water in the bottom of a pressure cooker.

Beets in a Pressure Cooker with One Pierced with a Knife for Beet Chutney

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Set a steaming rack on top, then add the beets.

Put the cooked beets in a bowl and let them cool.

Once the beets are cool enough to handle, slip them out of their skins.

Beets Cut into Cubed Pieces for Beet Chutney Recipe

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If any skins are still clinging, use a paring knife or vegetable peeler to assist you.

Dice the peeled beets into 1/2-inch pieces.

Set up a water bath canner with a canning rack.

Canning Materials (Jars, Pot, Lids, Jar Lifter, Etc)

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Bring the water to a boil.

Wash the lids and rings in hot, soapy water.

Do ensure your jars are clean.

Cheesecloth and Kitchen Twine with Stick of Cinnamon, Allspice Berries, Cardamom Pods, and Cloves

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If you dont have cheesecloth, use a very clean nylon footie.

The wider the pot, the faster the cooking time will be.

Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.

Cubed Beets, Shallots, Mustard, Golden Raisins, and Cheesecloth with Spices in a Pot of Brine for Beet Chutney Recipe

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The liquid is more of a brine.)

Remove the cheesecloth bundle and discard.

Set them on a clean dish towel on the counter.

Beet Chutney in a Pot

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Its typical for the yields on canning recipes to vary.

Sometimes I only get 5 half-pint jars; sometimes I get 7.

Screw on the lids fingertip-tight.

Beet Chutney Funneled into Jars

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Bring to a rolling boil and process for 10 minutes.

Remove the jars from the canner and set them on the dish towel.

As the jars cool, they will seal, sometimes with an audible pop.

Jars of Beet Chutney in Water

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The chutney is best after allowing its flavors to meld for a few days.

Once opened, store the chutney in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.

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