Award-winning zucchini relish

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11 ingredients

Award-winning zucchini relish

Award-winning zucchini relish is a traditional preparation with its roots in American home cooking, specifically in the southern region, where homemade preserves are a fundamental part of the culinary culture. This relish, which is a type of condiment made from finely chopped and pickled vegetables, has won over palates with its flavor, balanced between sweet, sour, and spicy. In Latin America, although relish is not a common term, similar preparations can be found under different names such as "pickles" or simply "preserved vegetables." In countries like Mexico and Argentina, varieties that include zucchini or squash are prepared, adapting to local ingredients and family traditions.

This type of relish is ideal for accompanying cold dishes like chicken or tuna salad, as well as for giving a special touch to sandwiches and hamburgers. Its popularity has grown so much that there are award-winning versions in homemade preserve contests, showcasing the creativity and dedication in its preparation.

How to prepare Award-Winning Zucchini Relish

Ingredients: Zucchini, Onions, Sweet red bell pepper, Green chiles, Canning salt, Sugar, Vinegar, Turmeric, Celery seeds, Pepper, Nutmeg.

In a large container, combine zucchini, onion, bell pepper, chiles, and salt.

Mix well.

Refrigerate overnight.

Rinse well.

Drain.

In a large pot, combine the remaining ingredients.

Bring to a boil.

Add the zucchini mixture.

Simmer for 10 minutes.

Serve hot into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.

Adjust the lids.

Process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.

Serving suggestion: mix into tuna or macaroni salad.

Award-winning zucchini relish

Ingredients (11)

  • Zucchini
  • Onions
  • Sweet Red Bell Pepper
  • Green Chilies
  • Canning Salt
  • Sugar
  • Vinegar
  • Turmeric
  • Celery Seeds
  • Pepper
  • Nutmeg

Instructions (13 steps)

  1. 1 In a large container, combine zucchini, onion, bell pepper, chilies, and salt
  2. 2 Mix well
  3. 3 Refrigerate overnight
  4. 4 Rinse well
  5. 5 Drain
  6. 6 In a large pot, combine the remaining ingredients
  7. 7 Bring to a boil
  8. 8 Add the zucchini mixture
  9. 9 Simmer for 10 minutes
  10. 10 Serve hot in hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace
  11. 11 Adjust the lids
  12. 12 Process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath
  13. 13 Serving suggestion: mix into tuna or macaroni salad

Nutritional Information

Calories: 694 kcal
Protein: 11%
Carbohydrates: 55%
Fat: 2%
Sugar: 616%
Sodium: 175%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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