Sweet, tangy, and full of summer flavor, this colorful corn relish is made with fresh sweet corn, crisp peppers, and a simple vinegar brine. It's the perfect topping for burgers, grilled meats, tacos, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards.
Summer Sweet Corn Relish
|Le Parfait
Summer Sweet Corn Relish
Le Parfait
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Category
Condiments
Cuisine
American
Servings
4 cups
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Capture the flavors of summer with this vibrant sweet corn relish. Fresh corn, colorful peppers, and a tangy sweet dressing come together in a versatile condiment that's just as tasty at backyard barbecues as it is on weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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5 ears fresh sweet corn, kernels removed (about 4 cups)
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 small yellow bell pepper, diced
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½ cup finely diced red onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup apple cider vinegar
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
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½ tsp celery seed
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½ tsp mustard seed
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Optional: pinch crushed red pepper flakes
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EQUIPMENT
Directions
Combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, celery seed, and mustard seed in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
Stir in the fresh corn kernels, onion, garlic, diced peppers, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture back to a low simmer for 10-12 minutes, just until the vegetables are tender but still crisp and vibrant.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the relish to cool slightly.
Spoon the relish and brine into clean Le Parfait jars and refrigerate until chilled. The flavors continue to develop after a few hours and taste even better the next day.
Recipe Note
Delicious on:
Burgers
Hot dogs
Grilled chicken
Fish tacos
Pulled pork
Salads
Grain bowls
Charcuterie boards
Food Safety Note: This is a fresh, refrigerator-only quick pickle. It has not been safely processed for long-term shelf storage. Keep it stored in the refrigerator at all times and consume it within 2 weeks.