Brighten up your backyard cookouts with this tangy and flavorful Green Tomato Hot Dog Relish! Featuring a vibrant medley of finely chopped green tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and onions, this relish is infused with zesty mustard seeds, celery seeds, and a pinch of turmeric for a punch of bold flavor and color. A perfect balance of tart white vinegar and subtle sweetness makes it the ideal topping for hot dogs, burgers, and grilled sausages. With simple ingredients and a straightforward preparation process, this relish is a fantastic way to use up end-of-season green tomatoes while adding a homemade touch to your favorite summer bites. Whether you store it in the fridge or process it for long-term use, this relish is sure to become a staple condiment at your table!
Wash the green tomatoes, onion, and bell peppers thoroughly and pat them dry.
Cut the green tomatoes, onion, and bell peppers into small chunks.
In small batches, pulse the green tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper in a food processor until finely chopped. Do not puree.
Transfer the chopped vegetables into a large bowl and sprinkle them with kosher salt. Mix well to ensure the salt is evenly distributed.
Cover the bowl and let the mixture sit at room temperature for 2 hours. This will draw out excess moisture from the vegetables.
After 2 hours, drain the mixture in a colander and press gently to remove excess liquid. Do not rinse.
In a large pot, combine the white vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, ground turmeric, and ground black pepper. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Add the drained vegetable mixture to the pot. Stir to combine everything evenly.
Reduce the heat to low and let the relish simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Once the mixture has thickened and flavors have melded, remove the pot from heat.
Let the relish cool slightly before transferring it into sterilized jars. Seal the jars tightly and let them cool completely.
Store the relish in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or process the jars in a water bath canner for long-term storage.
Serving size | 1968.8 grams (1968.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1281 |
Total Fat 6.30g | 8% |
Saturated Fat 0.70g | 3% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 3706mg | 161% |
Total Carbohydrate 285.60g | 104% |
Dietary Fiber 21.60g | 77% |
Total Sugars 252.70g | |
Protein 18.40g | 37% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 290mg | 22% |
Iron 10mg | 55% |
Potassium 3148mg | 67% |
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