Appetizer Recipes
Apple Raisin Chutney-Filled Brie (Sev Paneer)
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients
California Raisin Chutney
- 1 (15 ounce) package California golden raisins
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon minced gingerroot
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
Brie
- 1 (8 ounce) wheel Brie (plain)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped Granny Smith apples
- 1/3 cup California Raisin Chutney (above)
- 1 (12-inch) square thawed, frozen puff pastry
- 1 large lightly beaten egg
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
California Raisin Chutney
- Soak California golden raisins in lukewarm water for 30 minutes, until they are plump.
- In a spice or a coffee grinder, grind black peppercorns and cumin and fennel seeds. Set aside.
- In a food processor, coarsely chop soaked California golden raisins.
- In a medium saucepan, heat California golden raisins, gingerroot, garlic, sugar and vinegar over medium-high for 5 minutes.
- Add the remaining ingredients and cook on medium heat about 10 minutes until syrup is thick and sticks to the spoon.
- Store Chutney in jars and refrigerate.
Brie
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Scoop out center portion of Brie and discard; smooth out bottom.
- In small mixing bowl, combine apples and chutney. Spoon into center of Brie.
- On lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into 12-inch circle. Place Brie in center and lift pastry sheet edges to form a twist tie. Pinch off excess dough and gently smooth ends for finished appearance.
- Combine egg and water to make egg wash. Brush pastry liberally.
- Bake on ungreased baking dish for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Per serving: Calories 270 (Calories from Fat 20%); Total Fat 6 ( Saturated Fat 3; Trans Fat 0; ); Cholesterol 35; Sodium 590; Potassium 318; Total Carbohydrate 49; Dietary Fiber 2; Sugars 44; Protein 5; Calcium 140; Iron 2
Attribution
Recipe and photo photo used with permission from:
California Raisins