Fresh Fig and Cardamom Chutney

In autumn when figs are in season it’s time to indulge and make this all natural delicious chutney. You can serve it with anything – its as great with vanilla ice cream as it is with grilled chicken or fish. Do yourself a favour and try making it just once.
Makes about two 500g(1lb) Jars.
1kg (2lb) very ripe figs, stem removed
4 Tablespoons Rice Syrup
1/2 cup brown rice vinegar
2 Tablespoons umeboshi vinegar
1 Tablespoon mirin
seeds from 10 cardamom pods – ground in a mortar and pestle
1/4 cup raisins – optional
- Put all ingredients in saucepan and bring to the boil.
- Remove lid and cook on low/medium heat for 20-30 minutes until liquid has been absorbed.
- Check seasoning and serve or store.
- Delicious with EVERYTHING.