This homemade sweet and spicy relish is the perfect condiment to add a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes. Made with fresh cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, and a blend of spices, this relish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. It's great on hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, or even as a side for grilled meats.
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely chopped cucumbers
- 1 cup finely chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to sterilized jars.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Interesting Facts
Relish is a popular condiment in American cuisine, often used on hot dogs and burgers.
Homemade relish allows you to control the ingredients and customize the flavor to your liking.
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to make a larger batch for sharing or gifting.