ELLA'S CHOW-CHOW

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My mother-in-law's recipe for her Southern Chow-Chow. It's delicious on cooked collard greens, lima beans or black-eye peas. You'll find lots of other uses for this tasty condiment. I make a double or triple batch to enjoy throughout the year and give as gifts. These will keep in pantry for 1-2 years.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Onions

Time 2h

Yield 6-8 pints

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 quarts chopped cabbage (or cabbage & cauliflower)
1 quart chopped green tomato
1 pint grated carrot (I prefer California grown)
1 pint chopped green peppers or 1 pint red pepper
1 quart chopped peeled firm pear (do not ripen)
1 quart chopped onion
1/2 cup canned sliced jalapeno pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 quart distilled white vinegar (5% acidity)
1/2 cup flour (for thickening the sauce) (optional)
1 tablespoon salt
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons celery seeds
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 tablespoons dry ground mustard

Steps:

  • If you don't have all the vegetables mentioned, increase the quantity of the vegetables you do have until you have 6 quarts of chopped vegetables. (However, be sure to use some cabbage, peppers, carrots and onions- the other veggies are optional).
  • In large pot, stir dry ingredients together, then add liquid ingredients.
  • Bring all syrup ingredients to a boil and boil until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Add chopped vegetables and bring to a boil.
  • Cook 5 minutes on simmer until vegetables are hot.
  • Pack into hot, sterilized jars and seal with hot sterilized lids.
  • Invert and let rest for 2 minutes.
  • Turn right-side-up and let cool.
  • When jars are cooled, the lids should be slightly concave which signifies a good canning seal.
  • NOTE: My mother-in-law never processed them in a water bath, but you may do so for about 30 minutes, if you prefer.

Angel Kemp
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This chow chow is the worst thing I've ever tasted.


Amina Shamsu
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This recipe is a waste of time. The chow chow turned out terrible.


Shakoor Shakoor
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but this chow chow turned out really bland.


Melanin
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This chow chow didn't turn out as well as I hoped. I think I overcooked the vegetables.


Saife Islam
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I found this recipe to be a bit too sweet. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Apdirahman ina faysal Rexe matan
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This chow chow is a little bit spicy for my taste, but it's still very good.


Dmarko nba
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It sounds delicious!


Zikkey Reign
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This chow chow is the perfect addition to any summer cookout.


Hunter Retallack
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I made this chow chow for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


jemal anwar
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This chow chow is amazing! I love the way the sweet and sour flavors balance each other out.


Taumafai Nikolao
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I've been making chow chow for years and this is by far the best recipe I've tried. It's so flavorful and has the perfect amount of spice.


ali ramdan
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This was my first time making chow chow and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the chow chow turned out delicious.


Eliran D.
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I love that this recipe uses fresh vegetables. It gives the chow chow a really bright and flavorful taste.


Henok Meron
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This chow chow recipe is a keeper! It's the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.