Relish

[donna]

Relish is described as a "highly flavored condiment" It is a condiment that usually contains vinegar, salt and sugar. The word relish first appeared in 1798 and comes from word "reles". Relishes came out of the desire to preserve vegetables and use them during winter months.

The types of relish are:

Chow-chow which is an American term from the 19th century and refers to mixture of pickled vegetables. It was mentioned in 1837 in publication on recipes and was called a recipe for "Yellow Pickle" or "Axejar".

Picccalilli which is a sour pickle relish usually made with sour pickle and other vegetables.

Chutneys which were introduced to American by schooner captains who were involved in the spice trade.

Pickle Relish which is a relish made with sweet pickle, bell peppers and onion. These can also be made with dill pickle. This is the most common commercial relish in U.S.

Information from:
http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/articles/detail/relish

 

[donna]

It is time of year for many of us to think about putting up some favorite relish. I hope many will post their favorite relish recipes.

This recipe for Sweet Mixed Relish was given to my Mom from a friend she worked with. It is a recipe from the lady's family, dating back over 100 years. It has been updated as to measurements.

1 head cabbage (medium size)
7 green tomatoes (large)
3 celery stalks
3 green pepper
1 tablespoon mustard seed
3 cups sugar
1 quart cider vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon celery seed

Put vegetables through chopper. Place in kettle with other ingredients. Cook slowly for 2 hours. Place in sterile jars and seal.

 

[truthckr]

We've been putting relish up for almost a month now. Really good in deviled eggs and chicken, tuna and other salads.

 

[donna]

A delicious Sauerkraut Relish, which is great for brats and hot dogs.
1 #2 1/2 can sauerkraut, drained
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped or grated carrot
1/2 cup large onion, diced fine
1 1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup salad oil
1/2 cup vinegar

Mix well. Make at least a day ahead. Keep covered in refrigerator in jar or dish with tight lid.

 

[nitrofd]

Every time you see a Chicago Hot Dog they always have that Neon Green relish on it.I have looked everywhere except online for it but wonder why it's not available here with all the snowbirds we always every fall,winter spring.

 

[Jimklag]

Relish is described as a "highly flavored condiment" It is a condiment that usually contains vinegar, salt and sugar. The word relish first appeared in 1798 and comes from word "reles". Relishes came out of the desire to preserve vegetables and use them during winter months.

The types of relish are:

Chow-chow which is an American term from the 19th century and refers to mixture of pickled vegetables. It was mentioned in 1837 in publication on recipes and was called a recipe for "Yellow Pickle" or "Axejar".

Picccalilli which is a sour pickle relish usually made with sour pickle and other vegetables.

Chutneys which were introduced to American by schooner captains who were involved in the spice trade.

Pickle Relish which is a relish made with sweet pickle, bell peppers and onion. These can also be made with dill pickle. This is the most common commercial relish in U.S.

Information from:
http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/articles/detail/relish

Corn relish from Lancaster County, PA is my favorite relish.

 

[donna]

I love corn relish. If any have recipe, please post.

Her is recipe for Zucchini Relish. This is another delicious one.

10 cups zucchini, chopped
4 cups onion, chopped
5 tablespoons salt
4 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups vinegar
2 teaspoons celery seed
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon pepper
1 green pepper, chopped
1 jar red pimento

Since this from a church cookbook, just PM me if you want instructions. Thanks.

Donna

 

[Jimklag]

I love corn relish. If any have recipe, please post.

Her is recipe for Zucchini Relish. This is another delicious one.

10 cups zucchini, chopped
4 cups onion, chopped
5 tablespoons salt
4 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups vinegar
2 teaspoons celery seed
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon pepper
1 green pepper, chopped
1 jar red pimento

Since this from a church cookbook, just PM me if you want instructions. Thanks.

Donna

Hmmm. Never had zucchini relish but I may have to try it. It is apparently available at the store.

 

[truthckr]

My wife makes relish out of whatever is ripe in the garden. Zucchini, cukes, onions, yellow squash. It all tastes good under her skilled touch.

 

[donna]

Cranberry Relish is mentioned in Colonial times. I am looking for an older recipe. This recipe for Cranberry Relish from 1900 .

2 cups cranberries
1/2 orange
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ginger, cloves, and cinnamon

Cut cranberries in halves, and add all ingredients except spice, and cook until thick. The raisins and orange are chopped fine. Add spice and cook five minutes. Put in hot sterilized glasses and when cool cover with paraffin.

Always delicious with turkey and ham.

 

[donna]

My Aunt's recipe for Tomato Chutney. It was from a 1920s cookbook.
Tomato Chutney

2 quarts tart apples (chopped)
2 quarts green tomatoes (chopped)
1 pound raisins
3 cups brown sugar
6 lemons (juice)
pinch of cayenne
2 cups vinegar
2 tablespoons salt
1/2 ounce ginger root
1 large onion (chopped)

Pare and core and chop apples. Mix in other ingredients and let stand overnight. In morning, boil for two and one-half hours or cook over hot water for six hours. Pack in hot sterilized jars and seal.

 

[donna]

Granny's Piccalilli (about 1910)

4 quarts green tomatoes
1/4 cup salt
4 onions
3 green peppers
1 red pepper
4 scant cups vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Slice the tomatoes, sprinkle the salt over them, and let them stand overnight. In the morning drain off the liquor and put tomatoes through the food chopper, using a coarse knife. Put onions and peppers through grinder also. Mix vinegar and sugar, stir over fire until sugar dissolves, and bring to a boil. Add chopped mixture and spices tied up in a cloth. Boil for five minutes, and simmer two hours. Pack in hot sterilized glass jars and seal.

 

[donna]

One of my late Granddad's favorite relish made by my Granny, his wife.

Beet Relish

1 quart cooked beets
1 cup button onions
1/2 cup grated horseradish
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
vinegar

Mix first five ingredients and add vinegar to cover. Pack in jars and seal.

Granddad grew the best beets. I have never grown beets but sure miss his. My Granny made the best relishes too. Love to share her recipes with you all.

 

[donna]

An easy pepper relish recipe from my Mom.

Pepper Relish

1 cup sweet green peppers
1 cup sweet red peppers
1 cup minced onions
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup vinegar
1/2 cup sugar

Chop vegetables fine and cover with boiling water and let stand ten minutes. Drain, cover again with hot water and bring to a boil and let stand ten minutes and drain again. Add rest of ingredients and cook fifteen minutes. Pack hot in jars and cap. Immerse in boiling water deep enough to cover jars and simmer fifteen minutes.

 

[nitrofd]

An easy pepper relish recipe from my Mom.

Pepper Relish

1 cup sweet green peppers
1 cup sweet red peppers
1 cup minced onions
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup vinegar
1/2 cup sugar

Chop vegetables fine and cover with boiling water and let stand ten minutes. Drain, cover again with hot water and bring to a boil and let stand ten minutes and drain again. Add rest of ingredients and cook fifteen minutes. Pack hot in jars and cap. Immerse in boiling water deep enough to cover jars and simmer fifteen minutes.

This sounds like a good one,worth a try.

 

[donna]

Indian Chutney, a family favorite

1 pound sour apples, chopped
1 pound onions, chopped
1 pound tomatoes, chopped
1 pound raisins, chopped
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cloves
a touch of cayenne
2 pieces dried ginger root, chopped

Combine all the ingredients. Cover with vinegar and cook 4 hours. Pack in hot sterilized jars and seal.

 

[donna]

There is nothing like a good relish. Thought bring this thread back up.

 

[donna]

Thought bring this thread on relish back up. Chutney is type of relish. Have 2 recipes for Chutney posted.

Thought of this thread when saw Anna Elizabeth Henry's thread posted today.

 

[Anna Elizabeth Henry]

Excellent thread! That Indian Chutney looks awesome. How many jars does it make it roughly?

 

[Deleted User CS]

Donna. Your recipes for the different relishes looks delicious but I am not a fan of any relish of any kind. Sorry!!!. David.