Chow-Chow Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour
🥦 Recipe Category: Vegetable
🔍 Keywords: < 60 Mins, Canning
Description:
Make and share this Chow-Chow recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. This delicious relish is bursting with flavors and is perfect for preserving your garden harvest or adding a zesty kick to your meals. With a blend of cabbage, cauliflower, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes, seasoned with spices and vinegar, this Chow-Chow is a delightful addition to any pantry.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 407.8
- Fat Content: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1484mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 93.6g
- Fiber Content: 10.8g
- Sugar Content: 79.3g
- Protein Content: 8g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Head of cabbage |
| 1 | Cauliflower |
| 2 | Onions |
| 2 | Green bell peppers |
| 4-6 | Green tomatoes |
| 1 1/2 | Red bell peppers |
| 2 | Salt |
| 3 | Cider vinegar |
| 2 1/2 | Sugar |
| 1 1/2 | Dry mustard |
| 1 1/2 | Turmeric |
| 2 | Celery seed |
| 1 | Mustard seeds |
Instructions:
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Prepare Vegetables: Finely chop the head of cabbage, cauliflower, onions, green bell peppers, and green tomatoes.
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Combine Vegetables: In a large glass bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with salt. Let it stand for 6-8 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
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Drain Vegetables: After the resting period, drain the vegetables well to remove excess moisture.
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Prepare Brine: In a large pot, combine the cider vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, turmeric, celery seed, and mustard seeds. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Simmer Vegetables: Add the drained vegetables to the pot with the simmering brine. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
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Boil the Chow-Chow: Once the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined, bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Pack in Jars: Ladle the hot Chow-Chow into sterilized pint-sized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar to allow for expansion.
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Process Jars: Using proper canning techniques, process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes if you’re at altitudes up to 1000 feet.
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Cool and Store: After processing, carefully remove the jars from the water bath and allow them to cool completely at room temperature. Check the seals on the jars, ensuring they’re tight. Store the Chow-Chow in a cool, dark place for optimal flavor.
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Enjoy: Your homemade Chow-Chow is now ready to enjoy! Serve it as a condiment alongside your favorite dishes, or use it to add a burst of flavor to sandwiches, salads, and more.
This delightful Chow-Chow recipe is perfect for preserving the flavors of the season and adding a tangy twist to your meals. Whether you’re canning for long-term storage or enjoying it fresh, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
