Description
A zesty and tangy Pickled Pepper and Onion Relish that adds a burst of flavor to any dish. This homemade condiment is perfect for topping burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, or grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup finely chopped
- 1–2 finely chopped (optional for heat)
- 1 cup
- ½ cup
- 1 teaspoon
- ½ teaspoon
- ½ teaspoon
Bell Peppers:
Sweet Onions:
Jalapeños:
Apple Cider Vinegar:
Granulated Sugar:
Mustard Seeds:
Celery Seeds:
Salt:
Instructions
- Prepare the Vinegar Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Add Vegetables: Add chopped peppers, onions, and jalapeños (if using). Simmer uncovered for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and liquid reduces slightly.
- Cool and Refrigerate: Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean jar with a tight lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving to let flavors develop.
Notes
- This relish keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Use it as a topping for burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, or grilled meats.
- For a sweeter version, add extra sugar; for more tang, increase vinegar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
