Homestyle Southern Chow Chow Relish
Homestyle Southern Chow Chow Relish balances bright tang with gentle sweetness, showcasing green tomatoes, onions, and peppers layered with warm spices and a hint of horseradish heat. It’s crisp and punchy, perfect for spooning over beans, greens, hot dogs, or sandwiches. Serve it at cookouts, BBQs, or alongside weeknight dinners to add a lively, peppery kick.
- Prep1 hr
- Cook20 mins
- Serves96
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
In a large stockpot, combine the green tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and salt; mix well, cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight.
- 3
Drain the green tomato mixture; add the hot chile peppers, vinegar, sugar, and horseradish. Wrap the cinnamon, allspice, and cloves in cheesecloth or a porous bag; add to the tomato mixture.
- 4
Bring the tomato mixture to a boil over medium heat and simmer, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- 5
Pack the relish into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the inside of the jars to release any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel to remove any residue. Place the lids on and screw the rings on tightly.
- 6
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower the jars, spaced 2 inches apart, into the boiling water using a holder. Add more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Return to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- 7
Remove the jars from the stockpot and let them rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid to ensure it does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and keep in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
- 8
Refrigerate any opened jars of chow chow for up to 3 months.
- Calories 89.54 kcal Low Source
- Protein 1.74 g Low Source
- Carbs 16.83 g Moderate
- Total Fat 1.61 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.3 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 1.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 161.27 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.07 g Low Source
- Sugar 7.96 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 7.8 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.33 mg Low Source
- Potassium 60.27 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 24.53 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.86 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Homestyle Southern Chow Chow Relish is a Soul Food side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins, serves 96, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Diced Tomatoes, Green Bell Pepper, Green Chile, and Ground Allspice. Each serving provides about 89.54 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Homestyle Southern Chow Chow Relish?
- It is a Soul Food recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Homestyle Southern Chow Chow Relish made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Tomatoes, Green Bell Pepper, Green Chile, Ground Allspice, Ground Cinnamon. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Homestyle Southern Chow Chow Relish?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 1 hr to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 89.54 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Homestyle Southern Chow Chow Relish easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 8 steps.
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