1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and chop the ripe persimmons into small pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic and ginger.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, about five minutes. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
3. Combine Everything: Add the chopped persimmons to the pot along with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Stir to combine.
4. Simmer Away: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Let it bubble for about 30 minutes while stirring occasionally until thickened.
5. Blend It Up: Remove from heat and take out the cinnamon stick. If you prefer a smoother chutney, blend half of it using an immersion blender.
6. Cool & Store: Allow the chutney to cool before transferring it into jars. Store in the fridge for up to two weeks.