Adjika with Apples

Ingredients

• Tomatoes 1⅕ kg
• Apple 20 oz
• Sweet Pepper 20 oz
• Mild Chili Spice 3 pieces
• Garlic 5 oz
• Carrot 20 oz
• 9% Vinegar 5 fl oz
• Vegetable Oil 5 fl oz
• Salt 0 oz
• Sugar 5 oz

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Prepare all the ingredients.

Step 2

Chop the apples and carrots into large pieces.

Step 3

Cut the tomatoes into large pieces as well.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and stems from the peppers and chop them coarsely. If you prefer a spicier adjika, you can leave the seeds in the hot peppers.

Step 5

Pass the apples, carrots, peppers, and tomatoes through a meat grinder.

Step 6

Combine everything in a large pot, place it over heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the pressed garlic, vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Cook for another 15 minutes.

Step 8

Sterilize the jars and lids over steam for 15–20 minutes.

Step 9

Transfer the adjika to jars, seal them tightly, turn them upside down, and cover with a blanket until completely cool.

Step 10

You can eat the apple adjika right away or preserve it for the winter.