Garlic blossom relish

A sweet, tangy, and aromatic touch to enhance your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

• 250 g (2 cups) garlic scapes, finely chopped in a food processor
• 120 g (¾ cup) onion, finely chopped in a food processor
• ½ hot red chili, seeded and finely chopped (optional) or 2.5 ml hot chili powder
• 60 ml (¼ cup) sugar
• 60 ml (¼ cup) maple syrup
• 60 ml (¼ cup) apple cider or white wine vinegar
• 125 ml (½ cup) water
• 5 ml (1 tsp) salt
• 2.5 ml (½ tsp) mustard seeds
• 1.2 ml (¼ tsp) celery seeds
• 1.2 ml (¼ tsp) ground black pepper

Preparation

1. In a saucepan, combine the vegetables and the rest of the ingredients.
2. Bring to a boil and simmer over medium-low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a little water if needed.
3. Pour into airtight containers. Let cool to room temperature and refrigerate.
4. To preserve, use the method recommended by canning experts, for example, on the Bernardin website.
5. Serve with cheeses, in a burger or sandwich, or use to flavor mayonnaise or tartar sauce.

Tournevent Tip: this relish goes perfectly with burgers, hot dogs, grilled meats, and cheeses, and can also replace pickles in many recipes.

⏱ 25 minutes preparation and cooking time · Yields approximately 500 ml (2 cups)

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