Description

Sweet & Spicy Pickle Relish is a vibrant condiment that balances crunchy vegetables with a delightful spicy-sweet flavor. Ideal for enhancing burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip, this homemade relish brings a burst of freshness to your meals. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply want to elevate your weeknight dishes, this easy-to-make relish will impress family and friends alike. It also makes for a thoughtful gift during the holidays! Capture the essence of summer garden produce and enjoy its tangy goodness year-round.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups grated green pepper
3 cups grated pickling cucumber
1 cup minced onion
2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon red chili flakes

Instructions

In a large non-reactive pot, combine grated green pepper, cucumber, and onion.
Stir in 1 cup of apple cider vinegar. Simmer until vegetables soften and liquid reduces by one-third (about 30 minutes).
Drain the mixture, return vegetables to the pot, and add remaining vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and red chili flakes.
Simmer for another 5 minutes. Ladle hot relish into sterilized jars with 1/2 inch headspace, seal with lids and rings.
Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes for safe canning.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Canning
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
Calories: 35
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for optimal crunch. Adjust spice levels to your taste by varying red chili flakes. Let the relish sit for at least 24 hours before serving for enhanced flavors.