Spicy Jalapeño Pineapple Salsa Chutney in a Jar

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• 2 cups fresh pineapple — diced

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• 1 whole fresh jalapeño — finely chopped

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• 0.25 cups fresh cilantro — chopped

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• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

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• 1 tbsp lime juice — freshly squeezed

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• 1 tbsp honey or agave

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• 1 tsp garlic powder

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• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes & sesame seeds

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• sea salt

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Step by step

1. 1

   Prepare the pineapple Peel and core the fresh pineapple, then dice 2 cups into small, even pieces.

2. 2

   Prepare the jalapeño Finely chop 1 fresh jalapeño. For less heat, remove the seeds and white membrane first.

3. 3

   Chop the cilantro Roughly chop ¼ cup fresh cilantro.

4. 4

   Combine the ingredients Add the diced pineapple, chopped jalapeño and cilantro to a mixing bowl.

5. 5

   Make the dressing Add 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice and 1 tbsp honey or agave.

6. 6

   Add the seasoning Stir in 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp red chilli flakes, and ½ tsp sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Season Add sea salt to taste.

8. 8

   Mix everything together Gently toss until the pineapple and other ingredients are evenly coated.

9. 9

   Let it rest Cover and refrigerate for 20– 30 minutes. This allows the flavours to combine while keeping the pineapple fresh and juicy.

10. 10

    Taste and adjust Taste before serving. Add a little more lime juice for acidity, honey/agave for sweetness, or chilli flakes for extra heat.

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    Serve Serve chilled or slightly below room temperature as a salsa, chutney, topping or side. It works particularly well with grilled chicken, fish, tacos or tortilla chips.