Sweet Jalapeno Pickle Relish
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 quarts jalapeno, finely chopped
- 1 quart cucumber, finely chopped
- 2 large onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup salt, + 2 Tbsp
- 5 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 cup cider vinegar
- 4 teaspoon pickling spice
Instructions
Combine jalapenos, cucumbers, onion, and the 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons of salt in a large glass or ceramic bowl; cover with cold water and let stand for 2 hours. Drain thoroughly, pressing on the vegetable to remove excess liquid. Combine the sugar and vinegar in a large pot; tie the pickling spices in cheesecloth and add to the liquid. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the vegetables and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove spice bag. Pack into hot jars and process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.