Sweet And Spicy Garden Relish Chow Chow Recipe

Dive into the vibrant flavors of summer with this Sweet & Spicy Garden Relish Chow Chow! This homemade pickled relish bursts with the fresh taste of your garden's bounty. Using a combination of your favorite vegetables (we suggest aiming for 4 quarts of grated veggies!), this versatile condiment is perfect for everything from hot dogs and hamburgers to grilled fish and chicken. Imagine its tangy sweetness as a dipping sauce for crusty bread, a zesty topping for cornbread, or the star ingredient in a homemade tartar sauce or remoulade. Make a batch today and impress your friends and family – it also makes a fantastic homemade gift!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 335 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.5 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet And Spicy Garden Relish Chow Chow

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How to Make Sweet And Spicy Garden Relish Chow Chow

  1. Grate 4 quarts of mixed garden vegetables (cabbage, green tomatoes, zucchini, etc.) using a food processor. Place in a large bowl.
  2. Add 1/4 cup kosher salt to the grated vegetables. Cover with cold water and let stand for 1 hour.
  3. While the vegetables are soaking, combine 4 cups white sugar, 2 cups white vinegar, 2 tablespoons pickling spice, and 1 tablespoon mustard seeds in a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
  4. Bring the sugar, vinegar, and spice mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Drain the vegetables thoroughly in a colander, pressing out as much excess liquid as possible.
  6. Add the drained vegetables to the simmering spice mixture. Bring to a rolling boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  8. Carefully ladle the hot relish into sterilized pint jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
  9. Wipe the rims of the jars clean. Place lids and screw bands on tightly.
  10. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude).
  11. Remove jars from the canner and allow to cool completely undisturbed on a towel for 24 hours. Check for seals – lids should not flex.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

263 g

Sugar

296g

Fat

0g

Carbs

26g