Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Finely chop 6 cups of cucumbers, 2 cups of onions, and 2 cups of green bell peppers to ensure a nice texture.
- Place the chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of pickling salt, and let sit for about 2 hours to draw out excess moisture.
- After 2 hours, rinse the vegetables under cold water and drain well to remove excess salt.
- In a large pot, combine 2 cups of granulated sugar, 2 cups of white vinegar, 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric, 1 tablespoon of mustard seeds, and 1 teaspoon of celery seeds.
- Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it comes to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Add the drained vegetables to the boiling mixture and stir to coat evenly with the vinegar mixture.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the vegetables to absorb the flavors.
- Ladle the hot relish into sterilized canning jars, leaving a 1/4-inch headspace, wipe rims clean, and seal with lids before processing in a water bath canner according to safe canning guidelines.
Notes
Let canned relish develop flavor for at least two weeks before opening. Refrigerate opened jars and use within one month.
