Tkemali (Georgian Plum Sauce & Khmeli Suneli Seasoning Mix)

• 2-1/4 pounds Ripe Red Plums
• 1/2 cups Water
• 3 cloves (large) Garlic, Finely Chopped
• 1 Small Red Chili Pepper, Finely Chopped
• 5 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Cilantro (or 5 Teaspoons Dry)
• 3 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Dill (or 3 Teaspoons Dry)
• 1 Tablespoon Tarragon
• 2 teaspoons Chopped Fresh Peppermint (or 2/3 Teaspoon Dry)
• 2 teaspoons Coriander
• 2 teaspoons Khmeli Suneli Seasoning Mix (See Note)
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 Tablespoon Sugar
• 2/3 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper
• 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
• 3 Tablespoons Pomegranate Juice
• Olive Oil, As Needed

1. Note: You will also need three 8-ounce (220ml) glass jars, sterilized. If you cannot find Khmeli suneli seasoning mix, see the related blog post for a link to my recipe.
2. Cut plums in quarters, remove pits and place in a pot with a little water, about 100 ml or 1/2 cup. Bring it to a boil over medium heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. When plums are soft, drain them using a sieve and reserve the juice (it's delicious and healthy). With a spoon or spatula, press plums through the sieve in the same pot. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well together. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
3. Let cool and transfer to jars. Cover with 1 to 2 teaspoons of olive oil to preserve. Seal and store in the fridge or in a cool place for 2-3 months. Enjoy!

red plums, water, garlic, red chili pepper, fresh cilantro, fresh dill, tarragon, fresh peppermint, coriander, mix, salt, sugar, ground black pepper, lemon juice, pomegranate juice, olive oil

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/condiments/tkemali-georgian-plum-sauce-khmeli-suneli-seasoning-mix/ (may not work)