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Homemade Sweet Pickle Relish Recipe Easy 5-Step Grandma’s Secret

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A quick and easy homemade sweet pickle relish recipe with a perfect balance of sweetness, tang, and crunch, passed down through generations.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups finely chopped cucumbers (preferably Kirby cucumbers)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (can substitute organic cane sugar)
  • 2 cups white vinegar (5% acidity)
  • 1 tablespoon salt (preferably pickling or kosher salt)
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

Instructions

  1. Finely chop 4 cups of cucumbers, 1 medium onion, and 1 small green bell pepper into small but chunky pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon celery seeds, and 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric. Stir to mix evenly.
  3. Add the chopped cucumbers, onion, and green pepper to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly to coat all pieces.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a medium saucepan and pour in 2 cups white vinegar. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often to prevent scorching.
  5. Spoon the hot relish into sterilized jars, seal while hot, let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate. For best flavor, let the relish rest overnight before serving.

Notes

Let the relish rest overnight for best flavor. Use fresh, firm cucumbers for optimal texture. Stir often during simmering to avoid scorching. Adjust sugar and vinegar to taste. For thicker relish, simmer a bit longer but avoid overcooking to maintain crunch.

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