Description

A bold, sweet, tangy, and savory jalapeño relish featuring a unique umami twist from soy sauce. Perfect for burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, or grilled vegetables.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups chopped fresh jalapeños (about 10–12 medium)

½ cup chopped red bell pepper

½ cup chopped green bell pepper

1 cup finely chopped onion

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup white vinegar

½ cup apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt

¾ cup granulated sugar

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Instructions

Pulse the jalapeños, red and green bell peppers, and onions in a food processor until finely chopped but not mushy.
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and stir in the garlic, white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and sugar.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly and vegetables are soft.
Let the relish cool to room temperature. For a smoother texture, pulse it again in the food processor.
Store in a clean jar or airtight container in the refrigerator. Let sit for 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop fully.

Notes

Add pineapple or mango for a sweeter variation.

Leave jalapeño seeds or add a serrano pepper for extra heat.

Add smoked paprika or chipotle powder for a smoky flavor.

Mix in fresh cilantro or basil for an herbal kick.

Use a sugar substitute or reduce sugar by half for a lower-sugar option.

Relish keeps in the fridge for up to 3 weeks or longer if properly canned.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 22
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 175mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg