Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
Finally, a use for the rose hips that appear at summer's end. Rather than making a jelly, this chutney is showier, displaying the chunks of rose hips along with other goodies like mango, tamarind and cranberries.
This quick and easy mango and Thai, bird's-eye chili sauce has an intense aroma and a sunny colour. It is delicious on roast pork, chicken, on toasts, rice, green salad or as a dip and, if processed, will keep in your pantry at least for a year.