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Green Tomato Mincemeat
Green Tomato Mincemeat is a traditional Canadian recipe for a classic blend of apples, green tomatoes, sultanas, currants, vinegar, spices and sugar that is typically used as a vegetarian filling for pies and tarts, particularly Christmas mince-pies. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Canadian version of: Green Tomato Mincemeat.
prep time
20 minutes
cook time
100 minutes
Total Time:
120 minutes
Additional Time:
(+6 weeks maturing)
Makes:
10 jars
Rating: 
Tags : Spice RecipesCanada Recipes
This is an unusual mincemeat that makes an excellent basis for a tart.
Ingredients:
1.8kg apples, cored and diced
1.35kg green tomatoes, chopped
650g sugar
450g sultanas
225g currants
120ml vinegar
4 tbsp margarine
1 tbsp
cinnamon
1 tbsp grated
lemon zest
1 tspb grated
orange zest
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp
nutmeg
4 cloves
Method:
Add the apples and vinegar to a large saucepan and bring to a boil before adding the tomatoes. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the fruit have softened. Now add all the remaining ingredients, bring to a simmer and cook for about 100 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
Pour into jars that have been warmed in an oven heated to 90°C for 10 minutes, seal and store. Allow to mature for at least 6 weeks before using.
