Tomato Relish
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Resting time
8 hrs
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Total Time
9 hrs
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Servings
3 medium jars
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Calories
531 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American, Australian, British
Tomato Relish
Description
This Tomato Relish starts by peeling fresh ripe tomatoes using a brief boil to loosen skins, then chopping tomatoes and onions. Salted and covered overnight, the soaking draws out moisture and concentrates flavors. The next day, the liquid is drained, and the tomatoes and onions are cooked with sugar and white vinegar to balance sweetness and acidity. A combination of curry powder, mustard powder, and cayenne adds gentle warmth and spice. A slurry of plain flour and additional vinegar is incorporated to thicken the relish, which is simmered further until it reaches a sauce-like consistency.
The resulting relish has a sweet-tart profile with depth from the curry and mustard spices, and a smooth, yet slightly chunky texture from the softened vegetables. It works well as a condiment with grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a flavorful accompaniment to cheese plates.
Unopened jars can be refrigerated for up to six months, while opened jars remain good for three months refrigerated. Freezing in airtight containers can preserve the relish for up to a year. Proper sterilization of jars before storing is important if canning for extended shelf life.
Ingredients
- 1 kg tomato ripe, any variety including cherry
- 2 medium brown onion
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 ½ cups caster sugar (325 grams) (or any white sugar)
- 375 ml white vinegar (1 ½ cups)
- 2 ½ teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- pinch cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons plain flour (all purpose flour)
- ⅓ cup white vinegar (additional for combining powders and flour into a slurry)
Instructions
- Peel tomatoes by soaking in boiling water for 2 minutes, draining off the water and then allowing to cool a little – the skins should split and easily peel off. (If not split, apply a little pressure or scratch at skin a little and it should peel off easily. If using cherry tomatoes, they should just pop out of their skin by applying a little pressure at the base of the tomato - see video).)
- Roughly chop tomatoes and onions and place in a baking tray. Sprinkle with the salt and cover with a clean tea towel. Leave out (at room temperature) overnight.
- The next day, drain off liquid and place tomatoes and onion in a saucepan along with the sugar and vinegar.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring, to dissolve the sugar. Bring to the boil and boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Skim off any foam that forms on the top with a spoon.
- Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl to make a slurry. Add to saucepan and stir well to combine.
- Continue to simmer for another 20 minutes (approx), stirring from time to time to break up the tomatoes and make sure the mixture doesn't stick to the bottom of the saucepan and burn. The mixture should thicken to reach a jam-like consistency.
- Pour into sterilised jars and place lids on jars. Allow to cool. Store in the fridge.
Notes
- Use any fresh ripe tomatoes, including cherry varieties; vine-ripened tomatoes enhance flavor.
- Let the salted tomato and onion mixture stand overnight to remove excess liquid and deepen flavor intensity.
- Sterilize jars by running them through the hottest dishwasher cycle before filling.
- Unopened relish jars keep in the refrigerator up to 6 months; once opened, use within 3 months.
- Relish can be frozen in airtight containers for up to 12 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3medium jars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 531 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 531kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 124g | 41% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sodium | 4676mg | 195% |
| Potassium | 939mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 112g | 224% |
| Vitamin A | 2795IU | 56% |
| Vitamin C | 51mg | 57% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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