Chow Chow is a classic southern tangy and sweet relish made from tomatoes, pepper and cabbage. An all purpose condiment that can be used on so many foods!
Cut the green tomatoes into a large dice. Place into a food processor, but do not overcrowd the machine; you will need to work in batches.
Process the tomatoes until they resemble a fine relish. Do not over-process or you will get tomato puree. Pour into a large bowl.
Repeat with the onions and bell peppers.
We are going to do the same thing with the green cabbage, but make sure only to use 4 cups of finely chopped cabbage. You probably will not use the whole head of cabbage.
Once everything is chopped and in a large bowl, add the pickling salt. Stir well to combine, cover, and place in the fridge for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Drain the mixture well and then rinse thoroughly. Allow to drain well again.
Place the mixture into a Dutch oven. Add the vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, and celery seed. Stir to combine.
Stirring occasionally, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Take off the heat and add the mixture to mason jars. Allow to cool to room temperature before storing in the fridge.
Notes
Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.