Charred Lemon-Shallot Chutney

A vibrant condiment combining charred lemons and shallots with balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard. This sweet-tart chutney features caramelized citrus and aromatic shallots, finished with fresh chives and extra virgin olive oil.

8 servings
31 min

Ingredients

  • 1 large lemon
  • 4 medium shallots
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 to taste salt and pepper
  • cup aged balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat broiler. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Toss lemon, shallots, sugar, and 1/4 cup oil in a large bowl to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Spread mixture out evenly on prepared sheet; set bowl aside.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Broil lemon-shallot mixture until beginning to char in spots, 8-10 minutes. Turn lemon rounds and shallot slices over and broil until almost completely charred, 6 minutes, watching closely (once they begin to char, they can darken very quickly; discard any burnt lemon or shallot). Let cool.

    16 min

  3. 3.

    Coarsely chop mixture. Place in reserved bowl and stir in vinegar, chives, Dijon mustard, and remaining 1/2 cup oil. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Chutney can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.

    10 min