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Corn Pepper Chili Relish

A zesty corn and chili pepper relish.

Prep Time
20 mins
Chilling Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 6 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels about 3 ears of corn
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper finely diced
  • 2 Jalapeno peppers finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • ½ red onion finely diced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Corn
    Cup of Yum
  1. If using fresh corn, remove the husks and silk. Stand each ear of corn on its end and carefully slice downward with a sharp knife to remove the kernels.If using canned corn, drain and rinse the kernels. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain.
Combine the Vegetables
  1. Combine the corn kernels, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, jalapeño peppers, and red onion in a large bowl. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of the ingredients.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
Mix the Relish
  1. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss to combine. Make sure all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
Add Fresh Herbs
  1. Gently fold in the chopped cilantro.
Chill and Serve
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled as a topping for grilled meats, tacos, and burgers, or as a barbecue side dish.

Notes

  • Tips:
  • For extra heat, leave some seeds in the jalapeños or add a hotter pepper, such as a serrano or habanero.
  • This relish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • If you prefer a softer texture, you can blanch the corn kernels by boiling them for 2-3 minutes and then plunging them into ice water before adding them to the relish.
  • Enjoy this colorful and zesty condiment that adds a burst of flavor to any dish!