Cumin Tomato Relish Recipes

GREEN TOMATO RELISH

Steps:

• In a grinder or food processor, coarsely grind tomatoes, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and onions. (You may need to do this in batches.) Line a large colander with cheesecloth, place in sink or in a large bowl, and pour in tomato mixture to drain for 1 hour.
• In a large, non-aluminum stockpot, combine tomato mixture, celery seed, mustard seed, salt, sugar, and vinegar. Bring to a boil and simmer over low heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Sterilize enough jars and lids to hold relish (12 one-pint jars, or 6 one-quart jars). Pack relish into sterilized jars, making sure there are no spaces or air pockets. Fill jars all the way to top. Screw on lids.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with boiling water. Carefully lower jars into pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary, until tops of jars are covered by 2 inches of water. Bring water to a full boil, then cover and process for 30 minutes.
• Remove jars from pot and place on cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press top of each lid with finger, ensuring that seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Relish can be stored for up to a year.

CUMIN ROASTED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400°F. Line cookie sheet with foil or cooking parchment paper.
• In large bowl, toss all ingredients. Spread tomatoes in single layer on cookie sheet.
• Roast 25 to 30 minutes or until tomatoes begin to split and brown.

CUMIN-TOMATO RELISH

Steps:

• If you're using cumin seeds, place them in a small skillet and toast over medium heat, shaking the pan occasionally, just a minute or two, until they are fragrant. Finely grind all but 1/2 teaspoon.
• Combine the ground cumin, the tomatoes, the optional pepper, the onion, the salt, the cayenne and the lime juice; taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Just before serving, toss with the cilantro and reserved cumin seeds.

FRESH TOMATO, RED ONION AND BASIL RELISH

Steps:

• Use fully ripened fresh tomatoes; core and chop coarsely.
• In a saucepan, bring vinegar to a simmer.
• Add onions and garlic; simmer until softened, 3 to 5 minutes; cool.
• In a bowl, gently combine tomatoes with basil, cumin, coriander, mustard, salt, pepper and olive oil; stir in onion mixture.
• Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
• Serve over grilled fish, asparagus, baked potatoes, black bean cakes, or other fish, poultry and vegetables.

CUMIN TOMATO SAUCE

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic until lightly browned. Add the raisins and cook until plump, about 1 minute. Add the onion and cook until clear. Add 3 cups water and the remaining ingredients. Heat the mixture to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Strain the mixture, reserving the liquid. Purée the pulp in batches in a blender. Combine the purée and the cooking liquid in the same skillet and cook until the sauce is reduced to the desired consistency.

FRESH TOMATO RELISH

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool completely. , In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients; add vinegar mixture and mix well. Spoon into storage containers, allowing 1/2-in. headspace. Refrigerate up to 2 weeks or freeze up to 12 months. Serve with a slotted spoon.

CUMIN POTATO LATKES WITH CORN RELISH

Steps:

• In a medium bowl mix hash browns, eggs, flour, cumin, and salt. Form potato mixture into four equal sized patties.
• Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
• Cook potato latkes 4-5 minutes per side, until golden.
• Meanwhile, mix corn, tomato, red pepper, green onions, cilantro, and salt in a small bowl.
• Remove latkes from heat and plate. Top each latke with one-fourth of tomato mixture. Salt to taste and enjoy!

SWEET TOMATO RELISH

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, apples, onions, sugar, vinegar, and pickling spice bundle in a large pot; bring to a boil and cook together about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the tomato mixture 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 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 40 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot 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 a cool, dark area.

TOMATO-CUCUMBER RELISH

Steps:

• Bring a small pot of water to a boil; prepare an ice-water bath. With a sharp knife, cut a shallow X into bottom of each tomato. Add to pot and cook until skins begin to curl away from cuts, 10 to 15 seconds. Transfer to ice-water bath. When cool enough to handle, peel tomatoes with a paring knife, halve, and remove seeds. Finely chop (you should have about 1 cup) and transfer to a bowl, along with cucumbers, brine, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate at least 15 minutes and up to 1 day.