Description
Pineapple relish with a spicy sweet flavor brings tropical excitement to grilled meats and sandwiches. Jamaican-inspired ingredients blend perfectly, creating a zesty condiment that elevates simple dishes with bold Caribbean character.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (710 milliliters) fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced
Liquid Base:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) lemon juice
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Instructions
- Craft a tangy base by whisking vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, and seasonings in a large saucepan, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil, then reducing heat to melt sugar completely.
- Introduce diced pineapple and finely chopped jalapenos into the simmering liquid, allowing the ingredients to meld and reduce for approximately 20 minutes until the mixture thickens and fruit softens.
- Simultaneously sterilize glass jars and lids by submerging them in rapidly boiling water for 5-7 minutes, ensuring complete sanitization.
- Carefully ladle the hot relish into prepared jars, maintaining precise headspace, wiping jar rims meticulously to guarantee a clean seal.
- Process sealed jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, creating a secure preservation environment.
- Remove jars and allow them to cool undisturbed, listening for the distinctive popping sound indicating successful vacuum sealing.
- Once completely cooled, verify each jar’s seal by pressing the center lid, then store in a dark, consistent temperature location for optimal preservation.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting jalapeno quantities, using milder peppers like poblano, or adding red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- Ensure proper canning safety by using sterilized jars, checking seal integrity, and storing in cool, dark locations to prevent spoilage.
- Transform this relish into a versatile condiment by using it as a topping for grilled meats, tacos, or mixing into cream cheese for a zesty spread.
- Swap white sugar with honey or agave for a different sweetness profile, making the recipe more suitable for alternative dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg