Corn and Fennel Chow Chow

(from castro15’s recipe box)

Categories: Sides

Ingredients

  • 8 cups finely chopped green cabbage
  • 6 cups diced green tomatoes
  • 4 cups fresh corn
  • 3 cups diced yellow onion
  • 2 cups finely chopped fennel, both bulb and stalks
  • 2 cups diced red bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 4 1/2 cups cider vinegar
  • 4 1/2 cups rice vinegar
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 2 star anise pods
  • 1 1/2 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 1 tbsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tbsp dry mustard
  • 1 tbsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper

Directions

  1. Combine cabbage, tomatoes, corn, onions, fennel, bell peppers and salt in a large bowl. Let stand at room temp for at least 2 hours or cover and refrigerate overnight.

  2. Drain off any accumulated liquid and transfer the vegetables to a large pot. Add cider vinegar, rice vinegar, sugar, star anise, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, mustard, turmeric, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 20 minutes.

  3. Ladle into 5 sterilized quart-size jars. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace. Wipe the rims with a clean cloth. Place lids and rings on the jars. Twist until just finger-tight, but don’t overtighten. Let cool to room temp and refrigerate.

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