Hot Dog Relish Recipe ๐ญ๐ฅ
Overview:
Hot Dog Relish is the perfect condiment, especially if you find yourself blessed with an abundance of peppers and cucumbers from your garden! This relish adds a zesty kick to sandwiches, hot dogs, and more, making it a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Preparation Time: 1 hour
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 6oz jars
Ingredients:
- 8 cucumbers
- 12 onions
- 5-6 hot peppers (handle with care, wearing rubber gloves)
- 12 sweet peppers
- 4 cups water
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp celery seed
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup vinegar
- 1/4 cup white flour
- 6 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Put the hot peppers through a food chopper (be cautious and wear rubber gloves). Transfer them to a large bowl. |
| 2 | Chop the sweet peppers or process them in a food processor. Add them to the bowl with the hot peppers. |
| 3 | Use a food processor to chop the cucumbers and onions. Add them to the bowl with the peppers. |
| 4 | Pour 4 cups of water over the mixture and let it soak for 2 hours or overnight. |
| 5 | Prepare and sterilize your jars and lids. (Recycled jam or pasta sauce jars work well!) |
| 6 | Drain the mixture well, using rubber gloves to squeeze out excess water. A salad spinner can be handy for this step. |
| 7 | In a large pot, combine the drained mixture with turmeric, celery seed, dry mustard, sugar, and vinegar. |
| 8 | Bring the mixture to a boil. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a thick paste. |
| 9 | Pour the cornstarch paste into the boiling mixture, stirring regularly to prevent burning. Cook for 10 minutes. |
| 10 | Carefully transfer the hot relish into sterilized jars. Seal the jars tightly and let them cool before refrigerating. |
This zesty Hot Dog Relish is a versatile addition to your pantry, perfect for enhancing the flavor of sandwiches, hot dogs, and other snacks. Enjoy the taste of your garden’s bounty all year round with this homemade delight! ๐ถ๏ธ๐ฅ
