Emma Wolfe'S Chow-Chow Recipe

Name: Emma Wolfe'S Chow-Chow
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 gal. chopped cabbage; 12 large onions; 12 bell peppers; 12 banana peppers; 12 hot red peppers (more hot peppers can be added); 2 qt. chopped green tomatoes; 5 c. sugar; 3 qt. vinegar (5% acidity); 4 Tbsp. ground mustard; 1 Tbsp. turmeric; 1 Tbsp. ground ginger; 4 Tbsp. mustard seed; 3 Tbsp. celery seed; 2 Tbsp. whole mixed spices; 1/2 c. canning or table salt

Servings: persons

1 gal. chopped cabbage
12 large onions
12 bell peppers
12 banana peppers
12 hot red peppers (more hot peppers can be added)
2 qt. chopped green tomatoes
5 c. sugar
3 qt. vinegar (5% acidity)
4 Tbsp. ground mustard
1 Tbsp. turmeric
1 Tbsp. ground ginger
4 Tbsp. mustard seed
3 Tbsp. celery seed
2 Tbsp. whole mixed spices
1/2 c. canning or table salt

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Caution:
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Wear rubber gloves in preparing.
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Chop onions, peppers, cabbage and green tomatoes.
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Mix all vegetable with 1/2 cup canning salt or table salt.
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Let stand overnight.
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Drain.
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Tie mixed spices in bag; add sugar and spices to vinegar.
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Simmer 20 minutes, then add all other ingredients and simmer until hot and well seasoned.
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Remove spice bag.
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Pack hot chow-chow into hot jars and seal at once.
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(Food processor may be used to chop vegetables and peppers, but do not chop veggies too fine.)
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(Caution - Wear rubber gloves and do not get directly over processor because of fumes and liquid of hot pepper.)

1619

kcal

Calories

Fat

388

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 gal. chopped cabbage, 12 large onions, 12 bell peppers, 12 banana peppers, and more.

Yes, Emma Wolfe'S Chow-Chow falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Emma Wolfe'S Chow-Chow

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Variations & substitutions

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