Orange Cucumber Relish With Chile Peppers And Mint Food

CUCUMBER AND ONION RELISH

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This has been handed down for generations and it is my family's favorite relish. Great with any beef dish or in a sandwich.

Provided by Lynn Mott

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Relish Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

7 large cucumbers, grated
5 large onions, grated
2 tablespoons salt, or as needed
3 cups white vinegar
3 cups white sugar
1 cup water
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine cucumbers, onions, and salt together in a colander fitted over a bowl; place in the refrigerator for cucumbers and onions to drain, 8 hours to overnight.
Mix vinegar, sugar, water, flour, turmeric, ginger, and black pepper in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is thickened, about 5 minutes. Add cucumbers and onions; boil for about 10 more minutes.
Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the relish into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for about 15 minutes.
Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 233.9 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CUCUMBER & MINT RELISH

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This cooling sauce is similar to a raita - perfect for serving as a buffet or dinner party side dish to tame hot curries and spiced meats

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories Condiment, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

½ cucumber
large pack mint , leaves picked, plus extra, to serve
1 garlic clove
small piece of ginger , peeled
100g natural yogurt

Steps:

Peel the cucumber and coarsely grate the sides, discarding the seeds. Season generously with salt. Tip into a colander or sieve and leave for 10 mins to drain, then squeeze out as much liquid as you can and tip into a bowl.
Tip the remaining ingredients into a mini chopper or food processor and blitz. Pour the sauce over the cucumber and stir, then chill until needed. Serve scattered with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 1 grams protein

CHILLED CUCUMBER AND ORANGE JUICE WITH OREGANO

Chilled Cucumber and Orange Juice with Oregano image

Moroccans love fresh juices, and the combinations they make are eclectic and highly seasonal. This is one of my favorites. Although it is commonly prepared as a juice, it can also be a drinkable dessert, especially on warm summer days. I once had it as a "salad" served with a spoon in late fall in the eastern High Atlas. Oranges hadn't yet ripened, and instead the cook used small clementines from down the valley. Served before a communal platter of Berber Barley Couscous with Vegetables, the drink seemed closer to a light, sophisticated, vibrant green gazpacho than a rustic salad.

Provided by Jeff Koehler

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 lb/910 g medium cucumbers
2 1/4 cups/530 ml fresh orange or mandarin orange juice, preferably clementine
1 1/2 tsp superfine sugar, plus more as needed
1/2 tsp dried oregano or zaâtar, plus more as needed

Steps:

Trim the ends from the cucumbers and scrub the peels. Remove about half of the peels from each cucumber and remove the seeds if they are large. Cut the cucumber into chunks and put in a food processor or blender. Pour in the orange juice and sprinkle in the sugar and oregano. Blend for at least 1 minute or until very finely puréed. The drink should be a bit thick and slightly foamy. Taste for sweetness and seasoning and adjust as needed.
Pour into a pitcher, cover, and refrigerate until chilled. Serve in tall glasses or in small bowls with spoons.