Best 3 Pickled Pepper Relish Recipes

Creating homemade pickled pepper relish is an art form that combines the vibrant flavors of crisp peppers, sweet vinegar, and aromatic spices. Whether you prefer a tangy and spicy relish to enliven a classic hot dog or a sweet and mild accompaniment to elevate a grilled cheese sandwich, there's a recipe out there to satisfy your taste buds. With a variety of peppers to choose from and endless combinations of seasonings, crafting the perfect pickled pepper relish is a delightful culinary adventure that yields delicious results.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PICKLED PEPPER AND ONION RELISH

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This recipe is great on anything that you would put relish on. It's great on brats, hotdogs, and hamburgers. The ingredients are very simple and consist of bell peppers and onions. Great for using up all those end of the season peppers. If you like it hot, you can add jalapeno peppers for a little spice.

Provided by Diva Dawn

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Relish Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 128

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 large onions, cut into thin slices
8 large green bell peppers, cut into thin strips
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
6 tablespoons pickling spice
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups apple cider vinegar

Steps:

Place onion, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, pickling spice, sugar, salt, and vinegar into a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pack pepper mixture into hot, sterilized canning jars, and fill with hot vinegar, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Top with a sterilized lid, and screw on tops securely.
Place jars into a canner or large stockpot, and cover with 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer gently for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove jars and allow to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate any jars that did not seal. Refrigerate after opening.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 18.8 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

PICKLED PEPPER RELISH

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Here's an eye-catching medley that's an instant flavor booster. "I love it on barbecued beef sandwiches, or added to coleslaw or potato salad," notes Karen Barb from Layton, Utah. "It's also great heated on a chicken breast or pork chop."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup each finely chopped green, sweet red and yellow pepper
1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper
2 tablespoons canned chopped green chilies
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 small bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

Place the peppers, chilies and onion in a 2-cup glass container; set aside. In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Ladle boiling liquid over pepper mixture. Stir in the bay leaf, allspice and coriander. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight. , In a small saucepan, bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Drain pepper mixture; discard bay leaf. Transfer to a serving bowl; stir in vinegar mixture. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK PICKLED PEPPER ONION RELISH

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The whole trick here is to find Peppadew® peppers, which have a very vibrant, sweet-hot-tangy flavor, and quickly and easily turn a pan of sauteed onions and jalapenos into a world-class condiment.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Relish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
⅔ cup diced onion
½ cup diced jalapeno pepper
½ cup pickled red peppers (such as Peppadew®), diced, liquid reserved
kosher salt to taste

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion and jalapeno in hot oil until just translucent and softening, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir pickled peppers and 1/4 cup reserved pickling liquid into onion mixture; cook and stir until liquid reduces and flavors blend, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 65.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Tips:

Choose firm, ripe peppers for the best flavor and texture.
To remove the seeds from the peppers, cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
If you don't have time to sterilize the jars, you can wash them thoroughly in hot soapy water and rinse them well.
To seal the jars properly, make sure that the lids are clean and free of nicks or cracks.
Store the pickled pepper relish in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks before using it to allow the flavors to develop.

Conclusion:

Pickled pepper relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make your own pickled pepper relish at home. So next time you're looking for a way to add some extra zing to your meals, give this recipe a try.