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Sweet & Tangy Chow Chow Relish - Make delicious Chow Chow Relish with this easy recipe! A perfect sweet and tangy condiment for sandwiches and burgers. Learn ho

Sweet & Tangy Chow Chow Relish

Make delicious Chow Chow Relish with this easy recipe! A perfect sweet and tangy condiment for sandwiches and burgers. Learn how to preserve fresh vegetables for a flavor boost.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups chopped bell peppers (about 4 green, 2 red, 1 yellow)
  • 5 heaping cups chopped onions (white or yellow)
  • 5 cups chopped green tomatoes
  • 5 cups chopped cabbage
  • A few hot peppers (chopped, seeds and membranes removed)
  • ½ cup pickling salt
  • 6 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard (French’s preferred)

Method
 

  1. Day 1: Chop all vegetables and combine in a large non-reactive bowl.
  2. Sprinkle pickling salt over the mixture, toss well, and cover tightly. Refrigerate overnight.
  3. Day 2: Drain and rinse the vegetables well to remove excess salt.
  4. In a large pot, combine vinegar, sugar, yellow mustard, and hot peppers. Simmer until sugar dissolves.
  5. Taste the mixture and add more sugar if desired for sweetness.
  6. Spoon the hot relish into sterilized jars, leaving headspace, and process in a boiling water bath.

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Notes

- Use firm, fresh vegetables for the best texture.
- Taste the relish mixture before canning and adjust sugar to your preference.
- Ensure jars are properly sterilized for safe canning.
- Store relish in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.