Red Pepper Relish
This red pepper relish is a bold, tangy condiment made with sweet bell pepper, jalapeño, chili pepper, garlic, vinegar, and warm mustard spice.
Ingredients
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 red chili pepper, minced
- 1 jalapeno, minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the diced bell pepper, minced chili and jalapeño peppers, garlic, apple cider vinegar, salt, ground mustard, and black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The peppers should soften, and the liquid should reduce slightly.
- Taste the relish and adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., more salt for flavor or a touch of honey if you prefer a sweeter balance).
- Remove the cooked mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor or blender and blitz until your desired texture is reached. For a chunky texture, pulse a few times; for a smooth consistency, process longer.
Nutrition
Notes
- Dice the peppers small: Smaller pieces cook down faster and help the relish blend evenly.
- Simmer until slightly reduced: You want the peppers softened and the liquid reduced a bit so the relish is not watery.
- Blend while warm, not hot: Let it cool for a few minutes before blending so it processes smoothly and safely.
- Adjust after blending: Taste once it’s blended, then add a pinch more salt, a splash more vinegar, or a touch of sweetness if needed.
- For the best flavor: Let the relish chill for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors settle and mellow.
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