This Hot Three Pepper Relish is a bold, tangy condiment that adds a serious kick to any meal. By combining the sweetness of red peppers, the crunch of green peppers, and the heat of jalapeños, you get a complex flavor profile that is both spicy and sweet. The use of apple cider vinegar and Certo pectin ensures a perfect, spreadable consistency that holds up well in jars. ItâÂÂs an excellent addition to charcuterie boards, grilled meats, cheese sandwiches, or as a zesty topping for burgers and tacos. This relish captures the essence of fresh garden peppers in every bite, offering a homemade quality that store-bought versions simply can’t match. Perfect for canning season or as a quick gift for friends who love spicy food.
Hot Three Pepper Relish
Description
This Hot Three Pepper Relish is a bold, tangy condiment that adds a serious kick to any meal. By combining the sweetness of red peppers, the crunch of green peppers, and the heat of jalapeños, you get a complex flavor profile that is both spicy and sweet. The use of apple cider vinegar and Certo pectin ensures a perfect, spreadable consistency that holds up well in jars. ItâÂÂs an excellent addition to charcuterie boards, grilled meats, cheese sandwiches, or as a zesty topping for burgers and tacos. This relish captures the essence of fresh garden peppers in every bite, offering a homemade quality that store-bought versions simply can't match. Perfect for canning season or as a quick gift for friends who love spicy food.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large saucepan, combine the finely chopped peppers and apple cider vinegar.
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In a small bowl, mix the pectin crystals with 1/4 cup of the sugar to prevent clumping.
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Slowly stir the pectin mixture into the pepper and vinegar mixture in the saucepan.
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Cook and stir over high heat until the mixture comes to a full rolling boil.
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Stir in the remaining 3 cups of sugar.
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Cook and stir vigorously until the mixture returns to a full rolling boil.
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Continue to stir and boil hard for exactly 1 minute.
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Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
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Remove the pan from the heat.
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Stir occasionally and skim for 5 minutes to cool slightly and remove excess foam.
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Pour the hot relish quickly into sterilized jars, leaving appropriate headspace.
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Seal immediately with new 2-piece lids or 1/8 inch hot paraffin wax.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 5
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1402.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.1g13%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 52.3mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 359.6g120%
- Dietary Fiber 60.6g243%
- Sugars 209.8g
- Protein 34.1g69%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
**Yield:** This recipe makes approximately 5 cups of relish.
**Pepper Selection:** For the best flavor balance, use a mix of 3 red peppers, 3 green peppers, and 5 jalapeños. Remove seeds and membranes from jalapeños if you prefer less heat.
**Safety:** When handling jalapeños, wear gloves to avoid transferring capsaicin to your eyes or skin. Wash hands thoroughly afterward.
**Storage:** Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes for long-term shelf storage, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Always check seals before storing in the pantry.
**Consistency:** If the relish is too thick after cooling, you can add a teaspoon of vinegar or water and reheat gently. If too thin, boil longer next time.
