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
- In a large pot, combine the green tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
- Pour in the white vinegar and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, mustard seeds, salt, turmeric, celery seeds, ground ginger, and black pepper.
- Add the spice mixture to the pot and stir well to combine.
- Simmer the relish for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour the hot relish into sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace.
- Seal the jars with lids and process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely before storing in a cool, dark place.
- 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.
