Spicy 'n Sweet Pepper Relish Recipe (No Canning Required)

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Spicy 'n Sweet Pepper Relish Recipe (No Canning Required)

This spicy and sweet pepper relish recipe is delicious on pork, chicken, fish, lamb, and beef. The best part? No canning is required. It's the perfect condiment to use up some of those vegetables coming out of the garden. Lower the sugar by using a brown sugar substitute.

5 from 12 votes

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Author Kori Butler

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Course Dressing, Sauces, and Seasoning

Cuisine American

Servings servings (approximately 1 pint)

Calories 10 kcal

Ingredients

▢ ¾ cup jalapenos (seeded and finely diced; approx. 2)
▢ 1 cup red onion (finely chopped; approx. 1 medium
▢ 1 cup red bell pepper (finely chopped; approx. 1 large)
▢ 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
▢ ½ cup red wine vinegar
▢ 1½ cups brown sugar or a sugar-free substitute (if using a brown sugar substitute, be sure it has a 1:1 sugar ratio, or adjust accordingly)
▢ ½ teaspoon salt
▢ ¼ teaspoon pepper
▢ Optional: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin (only needed if you're using a brown sugar substitute, see instructions below)

Instructions

In a medium-sized nonstick saucepan add jalapenos, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Saute over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
Add vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce heat. Continue to gently simmer, stirring frequently, until the liquid has reduced and the relish thickens, approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
Note: if using a brown sugar substitute, remove the relish from the heat after 25 minutes. Add 1 packet of unflavored gelatin and gently whisk or stir until it's well incorporated.
If you like thick relish use 1 packet of unflavored gelatin, if you prefer it less thick use ½ a packet.
Allow relish to cool then transfer to an airtight jar or container. Refrigerate until you are ready to use, up to 2 weeks.

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Kori's Tips

Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes can be found in our post. Check it out!
TOP TIP: When simmering, watch the pot closely and stir frequently to prevent burning. Note that gelatin is not plant-based or vegan.
SUBSTITUTIONS: Use regular brown sugar or a brown sugar substitute (if you use a brown sugar substitute you will need to use the unflavored gelatin). Use any color bell pepper.
SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve over pork, fish, chicken, and beef. Delicious on burgers, hot dogs, and bratwurst too! Spread it over softened cream cheese for a cracker spread. Hint: try my Peanut Butter Burger with Bacon.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 10kcalCarbohydrates: 19.9gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.1gSodium: 74.2mgFiber: 18.5gSugar: 0.5g

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