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Old-fashioned Hamburger Relish

Old-fashioned Hamburger Relish

Recipe Book: Sauces

A classic homemade hamburger relish recipe, made with cucumbers, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes, simmered in cider vinegar and spices.

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Preparation


1

Step 1

In a large enamel or stainless steel bowl, mix the cucumbers, onion, peppers, celery, salt, turmeric, and water. Let stand for 12 hours or overnight, then drain in a strainer, lightly pressing out any excess liquid. Set aside.

2

Step 2

Tie up cinnamon, cloves, and allspice in a piece of cheesecloth. In a large, heavy, enamel or stainless steel saucepan, bring the spices and vinegar to a boil over moderate heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.

3

Step 3

Ajouter les tomates, augmenter le feu à modéré et porter le mélange à ébullition. Réduire le feu à doux et laisser mijoter à découvert jusqu'à ce que les tomates ressemblent à une purée, environ 30 minutes. Ajouter le sucre et les graines de moutarde, couvrir et laisser reposer toute la nuit à température ambiante.

4

Step 4

Ajouter les légumes égouttés au mélange de tomates et porter à ébullition à feu modérément élevé. Ensuite, réduire le feu à doux et laisser mijoter à découvert jusqu'à évaporation de la plupart du liquide, soit 25 à 30 minutes. Retirer le sac d'épices.

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Step 5

Add the tomatoes, increase the heat to moderate, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until the tomatoes resemble a puree - about 30 minutes. Add the sugar and mustard seeds, cover, and let stand overnight at room temperature.

6

Step 6

Add the drained vegetables to the tomato mixture and bring to a boil over moderately high heat. Then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until most of the liquid has evaporated - 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the spice bag.

7

Step 7

Ladle into 4 hot, sterilized, 1/2 pint preserving jars, leaving 1/2 inch of head space. Wipe the jar rims clean, seal, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

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Step 8

Label, then let the relish mellow in a cool dry place for at least 3 weeks before using.

Notes

Will keep for up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening.

  • Prep Time

    45 min
  • Cook Time

    1 min
  • Serves

    4 people
Recipe By

Recipe By

Epicurious

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