Chutneys, Pickles and Relishes Recipes - Lemon and Date Chutney

Ingredients

• 24 large lemons

• 100g/4 oz salt

• 675g/1 1/2 lb jaggery

• 12 cloves garlic

• 45ml/3 tbsp cumin seeds

• 350g/12 oz dates, shredded

• 600ml/1 pt wine vinegar

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Method:

1. Quarter the lemons, sprinkle with salt and place in a large pickling jar. Cover tightly and leave to stand for 3 days. Spread the pieces in a warm place for 5 days.

2. Mince the lemons. Grind together the jaggery, garlic and cumin seeds. Mix together all the ingredients to form a thick syrup with a consistency like custard, using a little more or less wine vinegar if necessary. Pour into airtight jars and store for 2 weeks before use.