Ingredients for Nanny's Green Chow Chow
- Green Tomatoes
- 1 lb apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- Coarse Salt
- 2 large onions
- 2 cups sugar
- Pickling Salt
- White Vinegar
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How to Make Nanny's Green Chow Chow
- Clean and wash 2 lbs tomatoes, 1 lb apples (such as Granny Smith), and 2 large onions. Peel the onions.
- In a large Dutch oven, slice the tomatoes, apples, and onions. Create layers in the pot, alternating between the three ingredients.
- After each complete layer, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of salt. Cover and let stand overnight (at least 8 hours).
- The next day: Drain off any liquid that has accumulated.
- Return the drained ingredients to the Dutch oven. Add 2 cups sugar, 2 tablespoons celery seed, 1 tablespoon mustard seed, 1 teaspoon turmeric, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves. Pour in enough white vinegar to cover ¾ of the ingredients.
- Cook over low to medium heat for 1 to 1 ½ hours, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon to prevent burning.
- Monitor the mixture closely and stir often to ensure it does not stick or burn. The chow chow is done when it has thickened considerably.
- Carefully transfer the hot chow chow to sterilized jars, leaving ½ inch headspace. Seal the jars tightly.
- Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 20 minutes to ensure safe preservation.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
296 g
Sugar
404g
Fat
0g
Carbs
38g
