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Sweet Pickle Relish

Sweet Pickle Relish: A Homemade Taste of Summer Bliss

Homemade Sweet Pickle Relish captures summer flavors, perfect for enhancing various dishes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 16 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25

Ingredients
  

For the Relish
  • 6 cups Cucumbers finely chopped; fresh garden cucumbers yield the best crunch and flavor.
  • 2 cups Sweet Peppers finely chopped; removing seeds and membranes helps achieve a smoother texture.
  • 2 cups Onion finely chopped; yellow or sweet onions offer a milder taste.
  • 0.25 cups Kosher Salt essential for drawing moisture from the vegetables, do not substitute with table salt.
  • 3.5 cups Sugar sweetens and preserves the relish.
  • 2 cups Cider Vinegar adds necessary acidity for canning.
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Seed optional, adds subtle spice.
  • 1 tablespoon Celery Seed enhances the pickled flavor.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Large bowl
  • Large pot
  • Ladle
  • sterilized pint jars
  • canning lifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sweet Pickle Relish
  1. Begin by coarsely chopping the cucumbers, sweet peppers, and onions. Using a food processor, pulse the vegetables until finely chopped but not pureed.
  2. In a large bowl, combine finely chopped vegetables and sprinkle evenly with kosher salt. Pour in enough ice water to cover and stir gently. Let sit undisturbed for 2 hours.
  3. After 2 hours, drain the vegetable mixture thoroughly. Rinse under cold water to remove excess salt and squeeze out remaining moisture.
  4. In a large pot, combine sugar, cider vinegar, mustard seed, and celery seed. Over medium-high heat, bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  5. Once the brine reaches a rolling boil, stir in the drained vegetable mixture. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Using a ladle, spoon the hot relish into prepped sterilized pint jars, leaving about ¼ inch of headspace at the top. Wipe the rims of the jars to ensure proper sealing.
  7. Seal the jars with lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.
  8. Once processed, remove jars from boiling water and allow to cool completely at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 6gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 25mgSugar: 5g

Notes

Ensure to use fresh produce for best flavor. Adjust sugar wisely for preservation. Always check for a proper seal after processing.

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