What’s in this Sweet Relish Recipe?
Cucumbers, onion, and bell pepper are mixed with salt, spices, vinegar, and sweet simple syrup to create the perfect sweet-and-savory pickle relish.
Cucumbers: The base of this relish. Use large cucumbers for the highest yield. Red Onion: Red onion has nice bite, but you can substitute white or yellow onion if needed. Bell Pepper: You can use a red or orange bell pepper instead. In a pinch, you can substitute a green bell pepper but your relish won’t have that pop of color that the bell pepper gives it. Sea Salt: Substitute pickling or canning salt instead. Pickling Spice: A mixture of allspice, bay leaves, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, ginger, mustard seeds, and peppercorns. I used the Great Value brand of pickling spice from Walmart but you can use whatever brand is at your local grocery store. Apple Cider Vinegar: Helps pickle the cucumbers, onions, and peppers. Simple Syrup: Sweetens the relish. You can make your own simple syrup by bringing equal amounts of sugar and water to a boil and simmering until thick. Celery Salt: Adds a vegetal saltiness that is classic in relish.
Variations on Homemade Relish
There are so many ways to change up this relish recipe to suit your individual tastes.
For a Dill Pickle Relish, add some ground or fresh dill in with the pickling spices. For a Spicy Pickle Relish, add some crushed red pepper flakes in with the pickling spices.
How to Store
Store leftover pickle relish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
How to Freeze
Freeze cooled relish whole or divided into individual portions, in airtight containers or Ziplock bags, for up to 4 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using. Once thawed, it can continue to be stored in the fridge for up to 1 week.
How to Use Relish
This sweet pickle relish is the perfect condiment for hot dogs, burger recipes, chicken sandwiches, bratwurst, wraps and other sandwiches, or beef nachos. Try adding it to pickle dip or dill potato salad for a burst of flavor!
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