Ingredients
3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon minced garlic3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves4 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1/2 cup chopped red onion1/3 cup golden raisins1 teaspoon red food coloring, optional
Preparation
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, cumin, cinnamon, red pepper flakes and cloves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add the rhubarb, onion and raisins. Cook and stir over medium heat until rhubarb is tender and mixture is slightly thickened, 5-10 minutes. Stir in food coloring if desired. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator.
