Pickled relish is a delightful condiment relished for its tangy, sweet, and occasionally spicy flavor profile. While store-bought relish can be convenient, there's nothing quite like the satisfaction of creating your own homemade relish, especially when using fresh, seasonal produce. Yellow summer squash, known for its mild flavor and vibrant color, makes an excellent base for a delicious and versatile relish. This article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect yellow summer squash relish, exploring different flavor combinations, textures, and preservation techniques, providing you with a pantry staple that will elevate your culinary creations to the next level.
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SQUASH RELISH
Colorful relish that's great with peas (purple hull peas are my favorite) and cornbread. It's perfect with hot dogs, or in any recipe that calls for pickle relish.
Provided by mbrancherwife
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Relish Recipes
Time 2h55m
Yield 192
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the squash, onion, and red and green bell peppers into a large bowl, and sprinkle with salt. Toss to combine, and allow the vegetables to drain for 1 hour. Discard juice.
- Place the sugar, vinegar, celery seeds, and mustard seeds into a large pot, and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Stir in the squash mixture, and return to a boil. Cook the mixture until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the squash relish into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes, or the time recommended for your area.
- Remove the jars from the pot, and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 109.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH RELISH
My friends can barely wait for the growing season to arrive so I can make this incredible squash relish. The color really dresses up a hot dog. -Ruth Hawkins, Jackson, Mississippi
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h
Yield 6 pints.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large container, combine squash, onions, green pepper and salt. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drain; rinse and drain again., In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, vinegar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add squash mixture; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat., Carefully ladle hot mixture into 6 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 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Refrigerate remaining relish for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
SUMMER SQUASH RELISH
This is a great early late-June or early-July recipe using some of the first of the summer squash and Thai basil.
Provided by Tides Fan
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 3 8 oz. jars, 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together except for Thai basil and boil for 20 minutes. Add Thai basil, and boil for 10 additional minutes.
- Place in jars and seal. May be put in hot water bath for 10 minutes to help seal.
- Serve on hotdogs, substitute for regular pickle relish in potato salads, etc.
SUMMER SQUASH RELISH
Provided by Sean Timberlake
Categories condiment
Time 3h50m
Yield 6 to 8 pints
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Drain the vegetables: Layer the squash and onions, salting each layer with kosher salt, in a large nonreactive bowl. Let stand in sink for 3 hours. Drain the squash and onions, transfer to a large colander and rinse well under cold water. Place a bowl over the vegetables, and add a couple cans of tomatoes or whatever you have on hand to weigh the bowl down to squeeze out as much of the water as possible.
- Prepare the jars and lids: Wash all jars and lids thoroughly with soap and water and rinse well. Fill your canner with enough water to cover the jars by at least 1-inch and bring to a simmer. Using a pair of canning tongs, lower the jars in gently, tilting them to fill with the hot water. In a small saucepan, keep some water warm but not boiling; place the lids in the water. Have an additional kettle of water on to boil.
- Make the brine: Bring the sugar, vinegars, mustard and celery seeds and turmeric to a rolling boil in a large nonreactive stockpot or Dutch oven. Add the squash and onions. Bring back to the boil, stirring gently. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Make the relish: Transfer the pickles in batches to a food processor, and pulse until broken down to a fine, even consistency. Return the processed relish to a pan and bring back to a boil. Add the pectin, stir until completely dissolved and bring back to the boil for 1 minute.
- Fill and close the jars: Using canning tongs, remove the jars from the canner, carefully pouring the water back into the canner. Set next to the relish in the saucepan. Turn the heat under the canner to high. Use a ladle to pour the relish into the jars through a canning funnel, leaving 1/2-inch headspace at the top. Run a clean chopstick around the inside of the jar to dislodge any trapped air. Wipe the rims of the jars with a damp paper towel. Place the lids on, and screw on the rings until just finger-tight.
- Seal the jars: Using canning tongs, gently transfer the jars to the canner, taking care to keep them vertical. When all the jars are in the canner, there should be at least 1 inch of water covering them; if you need more, add water from the kettle until the jars are sufficiently covered. Bring the water to a full rolling boil, and process for 10 minutes.
- Remove and cool: Using canning tongs, gently remove the jars from the canner and transfer them to a kitchen towel or cooling rack, again keeping them vertical. Do not set hot jars directly on to cool counter surfaces. Leave to cool, undisturbed, for at least 12 hours. If any of the jars do not seal when cool, reprocess using the method above, or refrigerate and use immediately.
- Label and store: Add a label to the lid or side of your jar, noting the date it was canned. Remove the rings and store jars in a cool, dark place for up to one year. Refrigerate after opening.
PEPPERED SQUASH RELISH
I cook for a local middle school and have been making this relish more than 25 years. Whenever I take it to a dinner or picnic, it is sure to go fast, and I get lots of requests for the recipe. Sometimes I put it into gift baskets with other homemade goodies. -Rose Cole Salem, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 4 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Drain vegetable mixture. Rinse in cold water and drain again. Place vegetables in a Dutch oven. Add sugars, vinegar, celery seed, turmeric and mustard. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until liquid is clear., Remove from heat; cool. Spoon into containers. Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 898mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Choose firm, ripe yellow summer squash for the best flavor and texture.
- Cut the squash into small, uniform pieces so that it cooks evenly.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the squash to avoid shredding it.
- Cook the squash over medium heat to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Add the sugar, vinegar, and spices to the squash towards the end of cooking to prevent them from overpowering the flavor of the squash.
- Store the relish in a clean glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Yellow summer squash relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is perfect for adding a sweet and tangy flavor to grilled meats, fish, or chicken. It can also be used as a topping for tacos, burgers, or hot dogs. And it is also a great addition to a cheese platter or charcuterie board. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to use yellow summer squash, give this relish a try. You won't be disappointed!
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