Asian Cherry Chutney

Yields 2 cups

2 cup cherries, pitted, quartered

1/2 cup fresh ginger

11/4 cup coconut sugar

1/2 cup rice vinegar

1/2t. cayenne pepper

3T. lime juice

2T. fish sauce

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup scallions, chopped

1/4 cup basil, chopped

lemongrass 2 stalks, lower 1/3 ends, minced (optional)

Bring all ingredients to a boil, (except the basil), uncovered. Reduce heat, simmer, about 45 minutes, until sauce reaches a jam-like consistency. Stir in chopped basil and adjust seasonings as desired.

Serving suggestion: Serve topped on tuna, pork, or chicken.