This recipe provides a simple method for making a classic Southern pickled vegetable relish, perfect for adding a tangy and slightly spicy kick to various dishes.

Easy Southern Chow Chow

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, whole cloves, whole mustard seeds, whole peppercorns, mustard seed, celery seed, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, and allspice.
2. Bring the mixture to a low boil over medium heat, stirring often until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add the chopped green tomatoes or tomatilloes, chopped orange bell pepper, chopped Cubanelle, banana, or jalapeno peppers, and chopped small onion to the pot.
5. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly tender.
6. Stir in the shredded cabbage or slaw mix.
7. Using a wide-mouth funnel, carefully pour the hot chow chow relish into a sterilized 1-quart glass jar fitted with a sterilized lid.
8. Store the sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
9. Serve chilled with sausage, on top of hot dogs, alongside chicken, or with beans or BBQ.