Delicious and Tangy Green Tomato Relish Recipe

This homemade green tomato relish is the perfect way to preserve your end-of-season green tomatoes. Made with a combination of tangy tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and spices, this relish is bursting with flavor. Whether you enjoy it on burgers, sandwiches, or as a topping for grilled meats, this relish is sure to become a family favorite. Follow this easy recipe to make your own green tomato relish at home in no time.

Ingredients

• 5 cups green tomatoes, diced
• 2 cups onions, diced
• 1 cup bell peppers, diced
• 2 cups white vinegar
• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. In a large pot, combine the green tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
2. Pour in the white vinegar and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, mustard seeds, salt, turmeric, celery seeds, ground ginger, and black pepper.
5. Add the spice mixture to the pot and stir well to combine.
6. Simmer the relish for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Pour the hot relish into sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace.
8. Seal the jars with lids and process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
9. Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely before storing in a cool, dark place.
10. The relish can be enjoyed right away but it is best to let it sit for a week to allow the flavors to meld together.

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