Green Tomato, Pineapple, Red Pepper Relish/Chutney
- 8 cups diced organic green tomatoes
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 cup cider vinegar, 5%
- 4 cups organic sugar
- 1 tablespoon pickling salt
- 2 tablespoons finely minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon fresh turmeric, root
- 1 lime (zest and juice about a 1/4 cup)
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 13 cup diced onion
- 1 lemongrass, stalk (rough outer leaves removed smashed and sliced)
- 1 kaffir lime leaf, sliced (Makrut lime leaves)
- 2 red jalapenos, minced Leave seeds if more heat is desired
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, minced (basil and or parsley can be used)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (The National Center for Home Food Preservation has no problem with cornstarch in canning, optional I)
- Prepare water bath and sterilize 8 1/2 pint jars.
- Optional chopping: place ingredients except cornstarch in food processor in batches and pulse.
- Place all ingredients except for the herbs and cornstarch in a large pot.
- Bring to a boil and cook till reduced and thickened.
- Stirring not to burn for about 45-60 minutes.
- If not thick enough add cornstarch.
- Add fresh herbs of choice.
- Pour relish into hot jars leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
- Wipe rims and place warm lids on jars and screw on bands.
- Place in water bath cover by 1-2 inches of water for 10 minutes.
- Let rest counter top overnight.
- Check for sealing, label, and store in pantry for up to 1 year.
tomatoes, pineapple, apple juice, cider vinegar, sugar, pickling salt, ginger, fresh turmeric, lime, garlic, red bell pepper, onion, stalk, lime leaf, red jalapenos, fresh cilantro, cornstarch
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/green-tomato-pineapple-red-pepper-relish-chutney-508357 (may not work)