Karens Zucchini Relish Recipes

EASY ZUCCHINI RELISH

Steps:

• Toss zucchini and onion with salt in a large bowl. Refrigerate overnight to drain. Rinse vegetables with cold water and drain well.
• Mix dry mustard, celery seed, nutmeg, and black pepper in a bowl.
• Heat vinegar, sugar, spice mix, zucchini mixture, and red bell pepper in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 25 minutes.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the vegetables 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 25 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).

ZUCCHINI RELISH

Steps:

• Mix all the veggies and salt and let it sit overnight.
• Rinse and drain.
• In a large kettle mix the sugar and cornstarch together; mix well.
• Add the rest of the sauce ingredients.
• Bring to boil and add the veggies.
• Simmer for about 30 minutes.
• Seal in hot sterile jars; put the lids on and then put in a water bath for about 20 minutes.

ZUCCHINI CILANTRO RELISH

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, mix together grated zucchini, cilantro, lime juice, oil, salt, and sugar. Pack into a jar or resealable container and refrigerate overnight before serving.

KAREN'S ZUCCHINI RELISH

Steps:

• Combine zucchini, onion, green and red peppers; sprinkle with salt, cover cold water.
• Let stand 2 hours. Drain: rinse and drain thoroughly.
• Combine remaining ingredients in a large saucepot. Bring to a boil.
• Add vegetables: simmer 10 minutes.
• Pack hot relish into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.
• Remove any air bubbles. Adjust 2-piece caps.
• Process 10 minutes in a boiling-water canner.