Tomatillo Relish Recipe

Name: Tomatillo Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound tomatillos, husks removed, quartered; 1 pound plum tomatoes, quartered; 2 medium green peppers, seeded and quartered; 1 medium sweet red pepper, seeded and quartered; 4 jalapeno peppers, seeded; 1 large onion, quartered; 1 whole garlic bulb, separated into cloves; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup cider vinegar; 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained; 4 teaspoons canning salt; 1-1/2 teaspoons pepper; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 4 tablespoons bottled lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 pound tomatillos, husks removed, quartered
1 pound plum tomatoes, quartered
2 medium green peppers, seeded and quartered
1 medium sweet red pepper, seeded and quartered
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded
1 large onion, quartered
1 whole garlic bulb, separated into cloves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
4 teaspoons canning salt
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 tablespoons bottled lemon juice

1
In a food processor, process tomatillos, tomatoes, peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro and parsley in batches until chopped.
2
Transfer to a large stockpot; stir in oil, vinegar, olives, salt, pepper and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
3
Add lemon juice to four hot pint jars, 1 tablespoon in each. Ladle hot mixture into jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight.
4
Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 20 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Serve with grilled meats or your favorite snack chips.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound tomatillos, husks removed, quartered, 1 pound plum tomatoes, quartered, 2 medium green peppers, seeded and quartered, 1 medium sweet red pepper, seeded and quartered, and more.

Yes, Tomatillo Relish 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.

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Tomatillo Relish

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