How long does homemade chutney keep?

earthmother

I have some HM tomato chutney that I was given - made last November - that I don't think will get used as no-one here is really into tomatoes.

I know someone who will use it, but don't want to pass it on if it's already past it's best.

What sort of lifespan would something like this have?

thriftlady_2

Forever

Last November is pretty recent in chutney life. I've had damson chutney a good 3 years and it is always fine. Two of the main ingredients are vinegar and sugar both of which are preservatives.

earthmother

Thanks

Didn't like to think of it going to waste

Penelope_Penguin

thriftlady wrote: »

Forever

Last November is pretty recent in chutney life. I've had damson chutney a good 3 years and it is always fine. Two of the main ingredients are vinegar and sugar both of which are preservatives.

3 years :eek: it's still maturing at that age Seriously, it'll last for ages. Put it in the fridge if you're concerned - that'll help it keep.

Penny. x

phizzimum

the reason people used to make chutneys in the old days was to preserve fruit and veg until the next years harvest. you're not meant to eat them until they are at least a few months old, so don't worry that it's too old.

noonesperfect

I'm still eating apple chutney I made in 2002 :cool: - I do keep it in the fridge once it's opened though.

Generali

One it's open then be careful not to contaminate it with butter/dirty spoon etc.

shandypants5

Sorry to revive an old thread but I have a Chutney worry.:D

I made some green tomato chutney a few months back, and I understand that the sealed jars will last years,

But how long does it last in the fridge once opened?

Dizzie77

Just jumping on the bandwagon here - but anyone who doesn't like tomatoes shouldn't be put off tomato chutney.
I made some green tomato chutney this year (my first attempt) because there was a glut of green tomatoes and I didn't want them to go to waste!
I HATE tomatoes, but I love my chutney!! It doesn't taste of tomatoes at all - and as they are cut up and mushed, you can't even tell that it was once a tomato!!!

dawnie59

i would say about 3 mths myself.

thriftlady_2

Chutney doesn't need refrigerating. It will last at least 3 months after opening.