CHOW-CHOW (GREEN TOMATO RELISH)

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Chow chow is a wonderful relish to put in potato salad, on sandwiches or hamburgers. My family in Iowa insists I ship them chow-chow every fall, and I'm in NC. :~)

Provided by Christine Chamberlain

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 15

24 large green tomatoes
1 large head of cabbage
10 medium onions
5 medium green peppers
7 medium red peppers
1/2 c salt
4 c vinegar
5 c sugar
3 Tbsp dry mustard
1 Tbsp powdered ginger
1 Tbsp turmeric, ground
SPICE BAG
4 Tbsp mustard seeds
3 Tbsp celery seed
2 Tbsp pickling spice

Steps:

  • 1. Chop all vegetables; combine in a large kettle. Stir in salt; let stand at room temperature overnight, or at least 8 hours. Drain
  • 2. Combine vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, ginger and tumeric in a large kettle. Cut a 6 inch square of cheesecloth and place mustard seed, celery seed and pickling spices in the center. Gather the edges together, tie with string and add to the kettle/
  • 3. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 30 mins. Add vegetables and return to simmer for additional 30 minutes. Discard spice bag.
  • 4. Spoon hot chow-chow into hot sterilized jars and seal. Process for 15 minutes in a boiling-water canner. (20 mins. for altitudes of 1000-6000 feet. 25 mins for altitudes above 6000 feet.)

olerato kubisani
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This chow chow is a great addition to any summer meal. It's flavorful and refreshing.


Melinda Parris
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I've been making this chow chow for years and it's always a hit. It's a great way to preserve green tomatoes and it's so versatile.


Steven Quarles
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This chow chow is a great way to use up extra green tomatoes. It's easy to make and it's delicious.


Priscilla Rico
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I love this chow chow! It's the perfect way to add some flavor to my favorite summer dishes.


Solaiman Azad
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This chow chow is the perfect addition to any summer meal. It's flavorful and refreshing.


MspotatoYT
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I made this chow chow for the first time last year and it was a hit! I'm definitely making it again this year.


Isaiah Patrick
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This chow chow is a great way to use up those extra green tomatoes. It's easy to make and it's delicious.


Mohammad Arefin
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I've been making this chow chow for years and it's always a hit. It's a great way to preserve green tomatoes and it's so versatile.


Shacklen Sing
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This chow chow is a great way to add some flavor to your meals. It's perfect for summer cookouts or picnics.


Al Amin Khan
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I'm not a big fan of green tomatoes, but this chow chow is delicious! It's the perfect way to use up those extra tomatoes from the garden.


imran gujjar
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This chow chow is the best I've ever had! It's so flavorful and addictive. I can't stop eating it.


kailash Joshi
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I made this chow chow for a picnic last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Arosha Idusra
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This chow chow is amazing! I've made it twice now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and it's so versatile. I've used it on everything from hot dogs to sandwiches to tacos. It's also great as a condiment for grilled m