Sweet pepper relish is a traditional preparation that has accompanied various cuisines for decades, especially in homemade recipes that seek to highlight the fresh and simultaneously tangy flavor of peppers. Its origin dates back to the combination of vegetable pickling techniques brought by European colonizers who, using native ingredients, created a versatile condiment. In different Latin American countries, this preparation may be known by names such as "pepper chutney," "pickled peppers," or simply "relish," although the base always includes sweet peppers and a preservation process using vinegar and sugar.
This relish is used to complement meats, breads, and traditional dishes, providing a colorful touch and balanced flavor that enhances both textures and aromas on the family table.
How to Prepare Sweet Pepper Relish
Ingredients:
Sweet green peppers, sweet red peppers, onions, cider vinegar, sugar, pickling salt.
Steps:
Cut the peppers into strips.
Cut the onions into quarters.
Run the vegetables through the coarse blade of a food grinder or chop in a food processor.
Place the vegetables in a heavy saucepan and pour boiling water over them until covered.
Let stand for 10 minutes.
Drain.
Add the vinegar, sugar, and pickling salt to the vegetables.
Mix well.
Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
Pour into clean jars while hot and seal.
