Homemade Pepper Relish: A Spicy & Flavorful Delight
Get ready to spice up your meals with this easy and delicious homemade pepper relish recipe! This vibrant condiment, bursting with flavor and heat, is perfect for adding a kick to sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers, and even dips. Plus, it's a great way to preserve your garden's bounty for months to come.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups chopped green peppers (about 10-12 medium)
- 2 cups chopped red peppers (about 4-6 medium)
- 2 cups chopped onions (about 2 large)
- 1 cup chopped green bell peppers (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup chopped jalapeno peppers (about 4-5, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell peppers (about 1 medium)
- 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper (about 1 medium)
- 1/2 cup chopped sweet green pepper (about 1 medium)
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon mustard seed
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash, core, and chop all the peppers.
- Chop the onions and set aside.
2. Cook the Peppers:
- In a large pot, combine all the chopped peppers and onions.
- Add the vinegars, sugar, salt, black pepper, mustard seed, celery seed, and turmeric.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
3. Can the Relish:
- Sterilize your jars and lids.
- Ladle the hot relish into the sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace.
- Wipe the rims of the jars clean.
- Secure the lids tightly.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.
- Allow the jars to cool completely.
- Store in a cool, dark place.
Tips for Success:
- Adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers to your desired level of heat.
- For a milder relish, omit the jalapeno peppers.
- You can substitute white vinegar with apple cider vinegar for a sweeter flavor.
- To add more depth of flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
- Experiment with different combinations of peppers for a unique and flavorful relish.
Enjoy your homemade pepper relish! It's a great addition to any pantry and a perfect way to bring a burst of flavor to your next meal.
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