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Chow-Chow

Chow-Chow is a traditional American recipe for a spiced vegetable relish. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic American version of: Chow-Chow.

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

20 minutes

Total Time:

40 minutes

Additional Time:

(+2 weeks maturing)

Makes:

4 jars

Rating: 4.5 star rating

Tags : Sauce RecipesVegetarian RecipesVegetable RecipesUSA Recipes


Ingredients:

1kg green tomatoes
6 small cucumbers
2 green bell peppers, de-seeded
1 bunch celery
1/2 small cabbage
900g small white onions, peeled
450g green beans cut into 3cm lengths
150g salt
2l cider vinegar
450g brown sugar
2 tbsp celery seed
3 tbsp mustard powder
4 tbsp turmeric
1 tbsp ground allspice
1 tbsp freshly-ground black pepper
2 tbsp ground cloves

Method:

Cut the tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, cabbage and celery into small pieces and combine with the onions and green beans. Cover with 2.5l boiling water and add the salt. Allow to stand for 1 hour then drain and rinse well under cold water and drain once more. Mix the remaining ingredients in a large pot and heat until boiling. Add the vegetables and cook until tender, stirring frequently.

Allow to cool a little then spoon into hot, sterilized jars. Fill with cooking liquid, leaving a 3mm head space and seal. Leave to mature for at least 2 weeks.