All Purpose Relish
Elevate your meals with this irresistibly tangy and versatile All Purpose Relish! Made with crisp English cucumbers, sweet red bell pepper, and zesty yellow onion, this vibrant condiment is perfectly balanced with white vinegar, granulated sugar, and aromatic spices like mustard seeds, celery seeds, and a hint of turmeric. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat to keep things interesting. Whether you're spreading it on sandwiches, topping burgers, or pairing it with grilled meats, this quick and easy relish is a must-have for flavor enthusiasts. Ready in under an hour, this recipe yields a jar full of bold, homemade goodness that can be refrigerated for weeks or preserved longer with canning. Experience the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons Salt
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups White vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers, bell pepper, and onion thoroughly. Cut the cucumbers into quarters lengthwise, remove seeds, and finely dice. Dice the red bell pepper and yellow onion into similarly sized small pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, bell pepper, and onion. Sprinkle with salt, mix well, and let sit for 2 hours. This will help draw out excess moisture from the vegetables.
After 2 hours, transfer the mixture to a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove the salt. Using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, squeeze out excess liquid from the vegetables.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the sugar, vinegar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
Add the drained vegetables to the pot and stir well to coat with the pickling liquid. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the pot from heat and let the relish cool for 5 minutes. Carefully transfer the mixture into sterilized glass jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top.
Seal the jars tightly with lids and allow the relish to cool to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks or process the jars in a hot water bath for long-term storage.
Serve as a condiment with your favorite dishes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14215 mg | 618% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 353.6 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 323.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2065 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
