GREEN TOMATO CHOW-CHOW

Green Tomato Chow-Chow image

I received this recipe from my daughters' mother-in-law. It is a good way to use those green tomatoes at the end of summer before the frost gets them. It is good over peas, white or brown beans, or on a hot dog.

Provided by Donna Brown

Categories Spreads

Number Of Ingredients 14

Previous Next

Ingredients

1 gal chopped cabbage
2 qt chopped green tomatoes
12 medium chopped onions
12 green bell peppers
12 red bell pepper
several ribs chopped celery or celery seed
2 qt cider vinegar
2 - 3 lb sugar, sweeten to your taste
hot pepper, to your taste (you may leave this out if you don't want it hot)
6 Tbsp mustard seed
1 Tbsp ground cloves
1 Tbsp onion powder
tumeric
***you can, of course, leave any of the spices out you don't like

Steps:

1. Chop vegetables, sprinkle with salt and let stand overnight, drain well before cooking. Add spices and cook 30 - 40 minutes. Have jars and flaps sterilized. Fill jars, leaving about a 1/4 inch head space. Seal. **It would be easy to 1/2 the recipe if you don't have enough of the ingredients to make the whole recipe.

*** Explore more Green Tomato Chow-Chow Recipes »

Comment
Leave a comment

Palash Hossin

[email protected]

This recipe is a keeper! The chow-chow is so flavorful and versatile. I've used it as a condiment, a side dish, and even a salad dressing. It's always a hit.

dayi Hana

[email protected]

This chow-chow is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. I love the crunch of the green tomatoes. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.

YASEEN ABBASI

[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of green tomatoes, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The chow-chow is delicious. The green tomatoes are not overpowering and the other ingredients balance them out perfectly.

Khushi Barua

[email protected]

This chow-chow is a great way to use up green tomatoes. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I love the sweet and tangy taste. I've also used it as a condiment on sandwiches and burgers.

Rasel Miaa

[email protected]

I've made this chow-chow several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect side dish for summer cookouts and potlucks. I love the combination of green tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices. It's always a hit!

Don Spencer

[email protected]

This chow-chow is a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The green tomatoes add a unique tartness that pairs perfectly with the other ingredients. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I served it with grilled ch

Name

Message