Peach Chutney is a delicious 5-ingredient condiment full of sweet, tangy and spicy flavors. It is perfect fruit preserve recipe to enjoy summer stone fruit for longer period. This minimalist Instant Pot savory peach chutney is bold, bright, and naturally vegan—with no added sugar, preservatives, or fillers. Ideal for clean-eating, low-ingredient versatile condiment.
Why You’ll Love This Peach Chutney
This simple peach chutney recipe celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe peaches while layering warm, earthy, and spicy notes using just five pantry staples.
There’s no refined sugar, no onion or garlic, and nothing artificial—just a short simmer to bring out deep, complex flavor. Ideal farm to table recipe that also preserves surplus peaches.
Recipe Inspiration
This recipe is my favorite summer recipe. My backyard peach tree produces bushels of sweet juicy peaches every summer. My easy Peach chutney is like a jar of summer sunshine. I use it year round. It is also an excellent homemade gift. Pack it in beautiful mason jars and share the bounty with others!
Ingredients
Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's what you need
Ripe peaches - Wash and dry peaches. Remove the pit and chop them into small pieces. (Removing the skin is optional)
Fresh Ginger- remove the skin and grate it or finely chop it into very thin pieces.
Apple Cider vinegar - helps with preservation
Roasted Cumin seeds- coarsely ground for added flavor
Optional : Cayenne pepper or red chili powder and Salt per taste
( To make it spicy, increase cayenne up-to 2 tsp. or add minced fresh chili. For less heat, reduce cayenne to ⅛ teaspoon or omit entirely.
How to Make Savory Peach Chutney
Heat the pan on medium heat. Add chopped peaches with their juice, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, ¼ cup water and coarsely ground roasted cumin seeds into the pan. Stir well. Add in cayenne pepper powder and salt. Mix to combine everything well.
When the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and keep stirring intermittently. Cook until the peaches are really soft. Mash some of the peaches with the back of a spoon/spatula as the chutney gets cooked.
The chutney is done when it has reduced down to a jam-like consistency. Once the chutney has reached a desirable texture, remove the pan from heat. The chutney will thicken as it cools down. Serve and enjoy !
Storage & Shelf Life
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks.
- Freezer: Freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.
- Canning: Use water bath canning method for shelf-stable storage up to 6 months. Don’t forget to label!
How to Make Instant Pot Peach Chutney
Turn ON the Instant Pot. Add all the ingredients and ¼ cup of water in the pot. Mix well. Set Manual or Pressure Cook for 2 minute. After cooking, let the pressure release naturally (NPR) for 10 minutes. After that you can release leftover pressure by moving the seal to Vent.
Open the lid, turn on SAUTE (High). Keep stirring every 2-3 minutes. The chutney is done when it has reduced down to a jam-like consistency. Cancel the Sauté. Mash it to your desired texture. Let it cool down to room temperature and then serve.
Serving Suggestions & Pairings
Peach chutney isn’t just for toast. Here are some delicious ways to serve it:
🧀 Cheese Boards
- Pairs beautifully with sharp cheddar, creamy brie, or goat cheese
- For a quick charcuterie board, serve it with different dips like Apple Chutney, Olive Tapenade, Bread Dipping Oil and Cherry Tomato Chutney. You will love them as an appetizer for parties as well as family Friday night movie watching or game day.
🥪 Sandwiches & Wraps
- Spread inside grilled Mushroom Sandwich or paninis
- Use as a relish in vegetarian wraps or grain bowls
🍛 Curries & Rice Dishes
- Add a tangy layer to any mild Indian dish
- Spoon over lentil dal or coconut rice
Why Make Homemade Peach Chutney?
Peach chutney is a magical blend of sweet peaches, tangy vinegar, warming spices, and just the right amount of heat. Whether you're preserving the last of summer’s bounty or adding flair to your dinner party, homemade chutney is endlessly versatile and far more flavorful than store-bought versions.
Unlike jam, chutney incorporates savory and spicy elements, making it a sophisticated companion for both meat and vegetarian dishes. It’s also an excellent way to reduce food waste by using overripe or imperfect peaches.
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📖 Recipe
Instant Pot Peach Chutney
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups ripe peaches (8-10 medium peaches ) remove pit and roughly chop into bite size pieces
- 1½ inch fresh ginger grated
- ¼ cup Apple Cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Roasted cumin seeds roasted and coarsely ground
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional. adjust per spice tolerance
- salt per taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry peaches. Remove the pit and chop them into small pieces. (Removing the skin is optional)
How to Make Savory Peach Chutney
- Heat the pan on medium heat. Add chopped peaches with their juice, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, ¼ cup water and coarsely ground roasted cumin seeds into the pan. Stir well. Add in cayenne pepper powder and salt. Mix to combine everything well.
- When the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and keep stirring intermittently. Cook until the peaches are really soft. Mash some of the peaches with the back of a spoon/spatula as the chutney gets cooked.
- The chutney is done when it has reduced down to a jam-like consistency. Once the chutney has reached a desirable texture, remove the pan from heat. The chutney will thicken as it cools down. Serve and enjoy !
How to Make Instant Pot Peach Chutney
- Turn ON the Instant Pot. Add all the ingredients and ¼ cup of water in the pot. Mix well. Set Manual or Pressure Cook for 2 minute. After cooking, let the pressure release naturally (NPR) for 10 minutes. After that you can release leftover pressure by moving the seal to Vent.
- Open the lid. Turn on SAUTE (High). Keep stirring every 2-3 minutes. The chutney is done when it has reduced down to a jam-like consistency. Cancel the Sauté. Mash it to your desired texture. Let it cool down to room temperature and then serve.
Notes
Storage & Shelf Life
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks.
- Freezer: Freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.
- Canning: Use water bath canning method for shelf-stable storage up to 6 months. Don’t forget to label!
Nutrition
More Peach Recipes
Tomato Peach Caprese is my favorite summer time meal. Nothing better than farm fresh tomatoes, juicy peaches with creamy mozzarella cheese. Mango Peach Salsa also makes a routine appearance on our summer family dinners.
Sunrise Peach Drink is delightful mocktail that is perfect for thirst quencher during hot summer days. For the dessert, Grilled Peaches with balsamic Glaze are simply drool-worthy. My family loves gluten free Peach Crumble for a classic comfort dessert along with dollop of ice cream on top !
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Peach Chutney Recipe FAQs and Trouble Shooting
Let it simmer uncovered for longer or reheat later with 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed into 2 tablespoon water.
Balance with a little extra sugar or a squeeze of lemon juice. Letting it sit for a day also mellows the acidity.
Try adding a pinch more salt, a splash of citrus, or a few fresh herbs at the end.
Yes, you can use lemon juice, but it’s less acidic and less sharp than vinegar. For preservation purposes, stick with vinegar. For fresh use, lemon adds a milder citrus tone.
Refrigerated, it will last about 2 weeks. If you properly can the chutney using sterilized jars and a water bath method, it can last up to 6 months in a cool pantry.
Yes! If your peaches are ripe and the skin is thin, you can leave them unpeeled. It adds a bit of texture and nutrients.
This recipe was originally published on September 5, 2018. It is revised with separate stove top and Instant Pot directions and republished on July 2, 2021. Further revision to add FAQs and trouble shooting is done on August 7, 2025.
Dale
This is amazing I just canned 14 pints will be wonderful in the winter.
Thanks for the great recipe.
Dale
admin
So glad to hear that. Yes it's perfect for winter storage.
Sasmita Sahoo Samanta
Chutney using fresh peaches and that too homegrown are just WOW !!!!! Must be taste amazing... Love this share 🙂
Jayashree
The peach chutney looks so delicious, lucky to get so many in your backyard.
code2cook
I too make this chutney but simply grind everything together. Addition of vinegar and chunky chutney looking fabulous. Will add it next time and make it.
Uma Srinivas
we have a peach tree in our backyard too. This recipe sounds very interesting. Next time I will try this for sure.
Jagruti Dhanecha
You lucky girl, I want to be your neighbour 😉 Homemade peach chutney and that too with homegrown peaches, just a dream for me. It looks so delish.
Pavani
I love chutneys very much. Peach chutney is very innovative and looks delicious.Thanks for sharing.
Mildly Indian
Mesmerised by the peach chutney sheen. Added to that. knowing that it is homegrown make its top the lists of must try, but i doubt if I will have any peaches left if I have a tree as I am sure I may sleep under it.
Priya Suresh
WOw, what an ultimate peach chutney, never had a chance to dish out chutney with fruits as peaches are our family favourite. Whenever i get them, we just love to enjoy them instead of trying dishes with.. Would love to give a try soon.
Lathiya
Wow..chutney from fresh peaches that too homegrown...no doubt that it tastes amazing..I love such sweet and spicy chutney
Malini
You are so lucky, to have a peach tree in your backyard. You have put all the amazing ingredients together for this chutney, I am sure, It must have been irresistible. Great share.
Soma Mukherjee
Love peaches in any way. love the way you have infused the flavours of spices in the chutney. I am sure it will go well with anything and everything.
Shobha Keshwani
These chutneys and preserves go well with crackers/mathris as a light snack in between the meals or tea time.
Lata Lala
You are so lucky to have nature's bounty in your backyard. The peach chutney looks absolutely delectable.