Step 1

Rinse the apples well under running water and peel them. Chop them finely. You can also use a chopper.

Step 2

Pour oil or ghee to a hot pan or pot. Add the spices - cloves, star anise & cinnamon.

Step 3

When they begin to sizzle add the ginger & let it fry for a minute. Then lower the flame and quickly stir the red chilli.

Step 4

Add apples, sugar, cumin powder, fennel powder, pepper and vinegar.

Step 5

Stir and cook covered on a low heat until the apples turn tender.

Step 6

Then open the lid and cook further until almost all the liquid evaporates.

Step 7

Mash a small portion of this mixture with the spatula to give a thicker texture to the apple chutney.

Step 8

Turn off the stove when most of the excess moisture evaporates. (refer video or pics below)

Step 9

Cool the apple chutney completely and store it in a clean dry glass jar. It keeps good for several months if you keep it in a dry shelf.