Hot Dog or Bratwurst Relish

Elevate your hot dogs and bratwursts with this zesty homemade relish, bursting with the fresh flavors of cucumber, red onion, and vibrant bell peppers. Perfectly balanced with a tangy-sweet brine of white vinegar, granulated sugar, and warm spices like mustard seeds, celery seeds, and a hint of turmeric, this relish adds a punch of bold flavor and crunch to every bite. Ready in just under 40 minutes, this versatile condiment is perfect for summer barbecues, cookouts, or anytime you're craving a gourmet twist on your favorite grilled dishes. Store in the fridge and enjoy up to two weeks of topping perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumber, red onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper thoroughly.

Step 2

Finely dice the cucumber, red onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper into small, uniform pieces. Alternatively, use a food processor for an even chop, but do not over-process the vegetables.

Step 3

Place all the diced vegetables into a large mixing bowl and toss to combine.

Step 4

In a medium-sized pot, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, salt, turmeric powder, and ground black pepper.

Step 5

Heat the pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the diced vegetables to the pot and stir to coat everything evenly with the vinegar mixture.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the relish cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften slightly but still retain some crunch.

Step 8

Remove the pot from the heat and let the relish cool to room temperature.

Step 9

Transfer the cooled relish to sterilized jars or airtight containers and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve the relish as a flavorful topping for hot dogs, bratwursts, burgers, or any grilled meats. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1149.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1001.4

Total Fat 3.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2405.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 217.0g
Protein 8.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 205.0mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1420.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.3%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 93.6%