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Quick Refrigerator Zucchini Relish Recipe with Sweet Tangy Flavor

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A fast and easy homemade zucchini relish with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, ideal for brightening sandwiches, grilled meats, and more.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups finely chopped or grated zucchini (about 3 medium zucchinis)
  • 1 medium yellow or white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 cup (250 ml) distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the zucchinis thoroughly. Trim the ends and finely chop or grate them into small pieces. Finely chop the onion, green and red bell peppers, and mince the garlic if using. Combine all veggies in a large mixing bowl. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
  2. Add the salt, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and ground turmeric to the bowl with the veggies. Toss everything together so the spices are evenly distributed. The salt will start drawing moisture out of the zucchini.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine the white vinegar and granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar completely. Once boiling, remove from heat. (Cooking time: 5 minutes)
  4. Carefully pour the hot vinegar mixture over the zucchini and spices in the mixing bowl. Stir well to coat all the vegetables evenly. The heat will slightly soften the veggies but keep them crisp.
  5. Let the relish cool to room temperature, then transfer it to clean glass jars or containers. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving. The flavors meld beautifully overnight.
  6. After chilling, the relish is ready to brighten sandwiches, burgers, grilled meats, or crackers. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

If the relish seems too watery after resting, drain some excess liquid before serving. Use a non-reactive pan like stainless steel to avoid metallic taste. For a spicy kick, add jalapeño or red pepper flakes. Store in airtight containers and refrigerate. Best flavor within 10 days but keeps up to 3 weeks.

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