Description
A delightful and versatile pear relish that adds a sweet and tangy flavor to any dish, perfect for brightening up weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups peeled, finely diced ripe pears
- 2 cups finely diced sweet onion
- 1 cup finely diced red or green bell pepper
- 1 to 2 jalapeños, finely minced (seeds removed for mild)
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar (5 percent acidity)
- 1 cup sugar (adjust up to 1.5 cups for a sweeter relish)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large nonreactive pot, combine pears, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeños.
- Stir in vinegar, sugar, salt, celery seed, mustard seeds, turmeric, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then lower to a lively simmer.
- Cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the mixture looks glossy and slightly thickened. The pears should be soft but not mushy.
- Taste and adjust salt or sweetness while hot. If canning, do not reduce the vinegar. Cool completely, pack into clean jars, and chill for up to 3 weeks if refrigerating.
Notes
This relish keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 weeks and can be frozen for up to 3 months. It’s great as a condiment for meats or spread on sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg