Sweet Corn Relish Recipe (2024)

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Sweet Corn Relish

Originally published July 2, 2013. Updated on 3/18/2021

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This sweet corn relish makes a great gift, or contribution to a backyard BBQ party. Also: a great way to stretch the life of summer’s fresh produce!

My third cookbook - Sweet Corn Spectacular - came out yesterday, and I'm so excited: it marks a couple firsts for me!

(Update: Sweet Corn Spectacular has been completely redone, and is now Maize Craze. It's available directly through our site, through Amazon, and through most major booksellers!)

It was my first "published through a regular publisher" book, so that was an adventure for Mega Type A, self-publisher-to-the-bone me.

It's also my first cookbook that is NOT dessert oriented!

After my recent reality show adventure, I've been more aware than ever that there is this weird "if you bake, you probably don't know how to cook" stigma.

I've always cooked like I bake - and vice versa - so that's always been a bizarre mindset to me.

How nice that I get to follow it up with a book that is predominantly savory in nature! (Yes, there is a whole chapter dedicated to desserts, because... really.)

Yes, in Sweet Corn Spectacular, I was able to run free and create recipes using whatever techniques I felt like. There's some cooking, roasting, grilling... a bit of baking, some brewing AND some canning! Yay, diversity!

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Sweet Corn Relish

Today I'm sharing the recipe that may just end up being the most popular in the whole book, and it's a canning recipe: Sweet Corn Relish.

I left a big jar of this relish at a friend’s house as a welcome home gift.

It didn’t take long for her to message me a thank-you, saying, “It’s delicious.”

When I let her know that we had plenty in case she ever wanted more, she surprised me with her follow up:

“I will take as much of this corn business as you’re willing to give me. I want to pour it in a kiddie pool and lounge around in it.”

So.... I think she liked it.

Five quarts may not be enough: double the recipe and share the joy - it makes a great gift, or contribution to a backyard BBQ party.

It's also a great way to stretch the life of summer's fresh produce... and my husband puts this on EVERYTHING.

In his words, this relish "adds a delicious sweet crunch to ANYTHING".

Enjoy!

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More Sweet Corn Recipes

Fan of sweet corn? I’ve got more recipes for you!

Beer Battered Corn on the Cob
Breakfast Corn Muffins
Corn-On-The-Cob-uccino

Homemade Creamed Corn
How to Cook Corn on the Cob
Marie's Low Country Boil
Quick Sweet Corn Soda
Roasted Corn Chowder

Roasted Corn Salsa for Canning
Roasted Corn Salsa Verde for Canning
Scalloped Corn
Southwest Hot Dish
Sweet Corn Bruschetta
Sweet Corn Ice Cream
Sweet Corn Panna Cotta

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This recipe is one of many spectacular sweet corn recipes featured in my cookbook, Maize Craze. It’s available here on my website, through Amazon, or through any major bookseller.

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Sweet Corn Relish for Canning

This corn relish makes a great gift, or contribution to a backyard BBQ party. It’s also a great way to stretch the life of summer’s fresh produce… and my husband puts this on EVERYTHING. In his words, this relish “adds a delicious sweet crunch to ANYTHING”.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time45 minutes mins

Processing Time15 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer, Condiment, Snack

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings: 160 - 5 Quarts

Calories: 22kcal

Author: Marie Porter

Equipment

  • Clean, sterilized canning jars and rings

  • New, never-used, sterilized canning lids

  • Jar Lifter, Canning Funnel

  • LARGE pot to process them in

Ingredients

  • 24 Ears Fresh Corn Husks removed
  • 4 Large Green Bell Peppers Chopped
  • 2 Large Onions Chopped
  • 2-3 Large Tomatoes Chopped
  • 4-4 Celery Ribs Chopped
  • 2 Jalapenos Chopped, ribs and seeds removed if desired
  • 1 ½ Cups Granulated Sugar
  • ¼ Cup Salt
  • 2 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon Celery Seed
  • 2 teaspoon Dry Mustard
  • 5 cups Vinegar

Instructions

  • Use a sharp knife to remove kernels from the cobs, place kernels in a large pot. Add peppers, onions, tomatoes, celery, and jalapeños.

  • In a medium bowl, mix together sugar, salt, turmeric, celery seed, and dry mustard. Add mixture to the pot, and stir well before adding the vinegar.

  • Heat to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 40 minutes.

  • Ladle into hot, sterilized canning jars. Affix sterilized lids and rims, and process in a hot water bath for 15 minutes. (Add 5 minutes for altitudes above 1,000 feet; add 10 minutes for altitudes over 6,000 feet.) Allow to cool overnight.

  • Check all lids for a proper seal: they should have sucked down into a vacuum seal as the jars cooled. Store properly sealed jars for later use; refrigerate any that did not seal for use in the coming weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 179mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

What happened to Bicks corn relish? ›

Bicks has now rebranded to French's

Their same amazing sauces in three flavours, Hamburger Relish, Sweetcorn Relish & Mild Chilli Salsa are now available with the new name French's. Same great taste, same packaging and same quality.

What is sweetcorn relish made of? ›

Sweetcorn (29%), Water, Onion, Apple Cider Vinegar, Sugar, Red Pepper, Thickener: Modified Maize Starch; Salt, Acidity Regulator: Acetic Acid; MUSTARD Flour, Turmeric, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Paprika.

What do you eat with corn relish? ›

DIRECTIONS:
  1. Have it on a slice of bread!
  2. Top your favorite salad!
  3. Top your baked chicken!
  4. Have it served on grilled pork chops!
  5. Great on all types of grilled or fried seafood.
  6. Great on fish tacos, salmon cakes, crab, or even shrimp.
  7. Top an avocado for a yummy snack.
  8. Great on a Sausage Dog!

Does Bick's still make corn relish? ›

Pickup available at Bulk Mart

Crafted with premium quality, our relish is a delightful blend of sweet corn kernels, vibrant peppers, and savory spices. Elevate your dishes with the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, making every bite a memorable experience.

Why did Bicks stop making hamburger relish? ›

In 2010, that company closed all of Bick's Canadian operations and moved production south of the border. Another change the company made was to stop retail sales of Bick's hamburger relish in Canada, apparently due to a lack of consumer demand.

Who makes Bicks relish? ›

Bick's is a Canadian pickle producer originally based out of Scarborough, Ontario. The brand is now sold in Canada by U.S.-based The J.M. Smucker Co.

What is the difference between India relish and sweet relish? ›

What's India Relish? It's sweet relish with a dash of curry.

Is dill pickle relish the same as sweet relish? ›

A: Dill relish is seasoned with the dill herb and hs a minimal quantity of sugar. Sweet relish is spiced usually with clove, and it has a large quantity of sugar or other sweeteners.

Is relish just chopped pickles? ›

In the United States, the most common relish is made from chopped pickled cucumbers, either dill or sweet pickles. It's used as a topping on sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs. But in other parts of the world, popular relishes are made with other ingredients.

Is corn relish acidic? ›

Corn relish, however, contains adequate vinegar to lower the pH, making it a high acid food that is safe to process in boiling water or atmospheric steam.

What do you eat with gentleman's relish? ›

Uses. Gentleman's Relish is traditionally eaten very thinly spread on slices of hot buttered white-bread toast, either on its own, or with cucumber or "mustard and cress" sprouts. It can also be added to minced meat for a different-tasting cottage pie or to the mixture for fish cakes, potato cakes and croquettes.

What do you eat with sweet relish? ›

Set up a 'serve yourself' relish buffet and watch everyone line up to get a taste. Smother it over pork chops, kebabs, fish, steak, or sausages, or use it as a dip for chips, crackers, cheese and vegetable sticks. Just remember to hide some for a sneaky taste straight from the jar, after everyone's gone home!

Where did corn relish originate? ›

Corn relish has origins in the American South. The earliest, most traditional versions can be traced back to Louisiana, in particular.

Does Claussen make relish? ›

Claussen Premium Sweet Pickle Relish delivers the crunch and flavor your taste buds crave. Stored in a brine seasoned with mustard seed, onion and red bell pepper, this premium relish is made from sweet pickles for an irresistible flavor.

What are the ingredients in Bick's relish? ›

Cucumbers, Sugar/Glucose-Fructose, Water, White Vinegar, Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Calcium Chloride, Spices And Seasonings, Dehydrated Peppers, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, Potassium Sorbate, Colour (Contains Tartrazine).

Does Bicks still make hamburger relish? ›

The relish used to be manufactured in Markham, Ontario and then Smuckers from the US bought the Bick company and has now discontinued the product.

Why does relish taste different than pickles? ›

There is a discernible difference between a relish and a pickle. The important difference being the way in which they go about preserving, whether it is mostly with vinegar/salt (pickles), sugar (jams and jellies, relish) or a mixture of the two (relish).

Does corn relish go bad? ›

How Long Does Corn Relish Keep? If you follow the canning directions and keep the jars stored in a cool, dark place the corn relish will keep for a year. Once opened keep the jars in the fridge and use within 2 months.

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