AMISH SWEET PEPPER RELISH OLD-FASHIONED STYLE
Sweet, Tangy, Nostalgic Flavor — Just Like Grandma Used to Make
TIME
- Prep: 20 minutes
- Cook: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 jars
INGREDIENTS
- 6 cups bell peppers (finely chopped, mixed colors)
- 2 cups onions (finely chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp celery seeds
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
INSTRUCTION Chop the Veggies
Finely chop peppers and onions, then place them in a large bowl.
Salt & Rest
Sprinkle with salt, mix well, and let sit for 1 hour.
Drain Well
Drain all excess liquid thoroughly.
Make the Brine
In a large pot, combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric.
Bring to a Boil
Stir and bring to a boil until the sugar fully dissolves.
Add the Veggies
Add the drained pepper and onion mixture into the pot.
Simmer
Let simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Jar It Up
Spoon the hot relish into clean jars, leaving a little space at the top.
Cool & Store
Seal the jars and let them cool before storing in the fridge.
PRO TIP
Let the relish sit for 24 hours before eating — the flavor gets even better the next day!