Best 5 Grandmas Sweet Carrot Relish Recipes

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Dive into the realm of flavors and indulge in the timeless tradition of grandma's sweet carrot relish. This quintessential condiment, often associated with warm family gatherings and nostalgic memories, is a symphony of sweet, tangy, and savory notes that will elevate any meal. As you embark on this culinary journey, discover the secrets behind creating the perfect carrot relish – a blend of fresh carrots, aromatic spices, and a touch of vinegar that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S SWEET CARROT RELISH



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A sweet carrot relish, this is my fave on a toasted bagel or croissant with warm Montreal smoked meat.

Provided by shozzy

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes

Time 5h40m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups chopped cabbage
3 cups chopped cucumber
3 cups chopped green tomato
3 cups chopped carrot
3 cups chopped onion
½ cup pickling salt
4 cups water
3 cups white vinegar
1 tablespoon celery salt
1 tablespoon mustard seed
6 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 (1 quart) sterilized canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Combine the cabbage, cucumber, tomato, carrot, onion, and pickling salt in a large bowl; toss to combine. Allow to sit 2 hours. Rinse the mixture thoroughly with cold water; drain and squeeze to remove excess liquid.
  • Combine the vegetables with the water and vinegar in a large pot. Bring the mixture to a boil and allow to boil for 1 hour.
  • Stir the celery salt, mustard seed, and sugar into the vegetables. Mix the mustard, turmeric, and flour together in a bowl. Carefully spoon 2 tablespoons of the boiling water into the mustard mixture; stir into a paste. Add the paste back into the boiling vegetable mixture; cook and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes more. Cool completely in refrigerator before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 627.4 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

GRANDMA'S OLD-FASHIONED SWEET RELISH



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This is scrumptious. It is my Grandma Florence's, and she called it "Hamburger Relish". Simple and easy, I can it in pints and give it for Christmas. I've never found any as good.

Provided by Gayle M

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h20m

Yield 11 pints

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 quarts ground cucumbers
1 quart ground onion
4 cups ice cubes
5 tablespoons sea salt
6 cups vinegar
6 cups sugar
2 teaspoons turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons mustard seeds

Steps:

  • Combine cukes, onions, ice and salt.
  • Let stand for 2 hours,.
  • then drain.
  • Mix the next 6 ingredients in a large pot.
  • Bring to a boil, add ground cuke mixture, and cook for 20 minutes, or until it begins to thicken.
  • While still hot, seal in sterilized jars.
  • As far as preparation time, I use Grandma's old hand grinder, so I'm sure it would be much faster with a motorized food grinder.

GRANDMA'S SWEET CARROT RELISH



Grandma's Sweet Carrot Relish image

A sweet carrot relish, this is my fave on a toasted bagel or croissant with warm Montreal smoked meat.

Provided by shozzy

Categories     Relishes

Time 5h40m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups chopped cabbage
3 cups chopped cucumber
3 cups chopped green tomato
3 cups chopped carrot
3 cups chopped onion
½ cup pickling salt
4 cups water
3 cups white vinegar
1 tablespoon celery salt
1 tablespoon mustard seed
6 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 (1 quart) sterilized canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Combine the cabbage, cucumber, tomato, carrot, onion, and pickling salt in a large bowl; toss to combine. Allow to sit 2 hours. Rinse the mixture thoroughly with cold water; drain and squeeze to remove excess liquid.
  • Combine the vegetables with the water and vinegar in a large pot. Bring the mixture to a boil and allow to boil for 1 hour.
  • Stir the celery salt, mustard seed, and sugar into the vegetables. Mix the mustard, turmeric, and flour together in a bowl. Carefully spoon 2 tablespoons of the boiling water into the mustard mixture; stir into a paste. Add the paste back into the boiling vegetable mixture; cook and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes more. Cool completely in refrigerator before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 627.4 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

GRANDMA'S SWEET CARROT RELISH



Grandma's Sweet Carrot Relish image

A sweet carrot relish, this is my fave on a toasted bagel or croissant with warm Montreal smoked meat.

Provided by shozzy

Categories     Relishes

Time 5h40m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups chopped cabbage
3 cups chopped cucumber
3 cups chopped green tomato
3 cups chopped carrot
3 cups chopped onion
½ cup pickling salt
4 cups water
3 cups white vinegar
1 tablespoon celery salt
1 tablespoon mustard seed
6 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 (1 quart) sterilized canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Combine the cabbage, cucumber, tomato, carrot, onion, and pickling salt in a large bowl; toss to combine. Allow to sit 2 hours. Rinse the mixture thoroughly with cold water; drain and squeeze to remove excess liquid.
  • Combine the vegetables with the water and vinegar in a large pot. Bring the mixture to a boil and allow to boil for 1 hour.
  • Stir the celery salt, mustard seed, and sugar into the vegetables. Mix the mustard, turmeric, and flour together in a bowl. Carefully spoon 2 tablespoons of the boiling water into the mustard mixture; stir into a paste. Add the paste back into the boiling vegetable mixture; cook and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes more. Cool completely in refrigerator before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 627.4 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

END OF GARDEN RELISH



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We dollop this tangy relish on burgers, hot dogs and salads. It's a cool way to use up garden produce, and people love it at picnics and potlucks. -Karen Stucky, Freeman, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 large cucumbers, shredded
3 large onions, finely chopped
3 cups shredded carrots
2 medium sweet red peppers, finely chopped
5 tablespoons salt
5 cups sugar
3 cups white vinegar
1 tablespoon celery seed
1 tablespoon mustard seed

Steps:

  • Toss first 5 ingredients; let stand 3 hours. Drain; squeeze and blot dry with paper towels., In a Dutch oven, mix sugar, vinegar, celery seed and mustard seed; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Add vegetables; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes., Ladle hot mixture into hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 20 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Select the right carrots: Choose fresh, firm, and brightly colored carrots for the best flavor and texture.
  • Shred the carrots finely: This will help the relish to cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Use a variety of spices: The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves gives this relish a warm and inviting flavor. You can also add other spices, such as ginger or cardamom, to taste.
  • Cook the relish slowly: This will help the flavors to develop and deepen.
  • Taste the relish as you cook it: Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Let the relish cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Sweet Carrot Relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is perfect for adding a pop of flavor to sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for vegetables or crackers. No matter how you choose to serve it, this relish is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add some sweetness and spice to your meal, give Grandma's Sweet Carrot Relish a try.

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