Barberry Pickled Relish Recipes

SWEET PICKLE RELISH

Steps:

• To deseed cucumbers, I cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with my finger.
• I chop the unpeeled cucumbers as well as the other vegetables with a Pampered Chef chopper.
• Put all the vegetables in a large bowl.
• Sprinkle the salt over the chopped vegetables.
• Cover with cold water and let stand for 2 hours.
• Drain vegetables well, then press out as much liquid as possible.
• In a large pot, combine sugar, vinegar and seeds.
• Bring to a boil.
• Add vegetables.
• Bring back to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
• Using a slotted spoon, put into pint jars according to standard canning procedures.
• (Note: Although some of the brine needs to go in the jars, I use a slotted spoon to keep it from being too soupy.).
• Process in a hot water bath according to your altitude (10 minutes for up 50 1000 ft.).

SWEET PICKLE RELISH

Steps:

• Combine cucumbers, onions, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in a large bowl; add salt and pour in enough cold water to cover. Allow to soak for 2 hours. Thoroughly drain in a colander.
• Pour vinegar into a large, heavy stainless steel pot; add celery seed and mustard seed. Stir sugar into mixture and bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the drained vegetable mixture and return to a boil, about 10 minutes. Remove pot from heat.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack relish into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or 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 and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until 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 a cool, dark area.

HOME MADE QUICK PICKLE RELISH

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients, stir and serve with hot dogs or hamburgers.

BARBERRY PICKLED RELISH

Steps:

• Wash and stem the fruit.
• Place into a deep saucepan and add the sugar and the vinegar.
• Then add the allspice, cloves and cinnamon.
• Bring to a boil and hold there till the berries lose their color.
• Remove from heat and allow to cool.
• Strain and pour into hot sterile pint jars and seal.

CRANBERRY AND PICKLED BEET RELISH

Steps:

• Bring vinegar, water, and sugar to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Add cranberries and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until berries have burst and mixture is thick, about 20 minutes. Stir in beets and cool. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

PICKLED CUCUMBER AND CHERRY RELISH

Steps:

• Place vinegar, the water, sugar, salt, juniper berries, bay leaves, and peppercorns in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature.
• Place cucumbers, cherries, and shallots in a large bowl or storage container. Add pickling liquid, and let sit about 30 minutes at room temperature. Remove bay leaves, and serve.

BARBERRY SAUCE

Steps:

• Place water, orange rind and sugar into a saucepan.
• Mix well and cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes.
• Add the washed and stemmed ripe berries.
• Cook till the berries begin to pop.
• When all the berries have popped, place the sauce in a bowl and chill in the refrigerator.
• Serve chilled.

CRANBERRY AND PICKLED BEET RELISH

Steps:

• In a saucepan bring vinegar, water, and sugar to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add cranberries and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes, or until thick. Stir in beets and cool. Relish may be made 4 days ahead and chilled, covered.
• Serve relish chilled or at room temperature with poultry, beef, or game.