Green Tomato Chow Cow
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
There are more variations for Chow Chow than there are gumbo. It’s typically made from the last bit of a Summer garden, hence the variations. Chow Chow is a nice acid rich condiment that is great on a charcuterie board or even a burger. I’m a big fan of adding a spoonful to my shrimp and grits. This version has a bit of a kick and could be a good substitute for the olive salad on a muffuletta.
Ingredients
3 cups water
1½ cups rice wine vinegar
¾ cup granulated sugar
6 Tbsp. Kosher salt
5 cups green tomatoes, cored and diced
1 Tbsp. yellow mustard seeds
2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 cup fresh sorrel
Instructions
In a small saucepan combine the water, rice wine vinegar, Kosher salt and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stirring occasionally until the salt and sugar have both dissolved.
In a large bowl, combine and the diced green tomatoes and yellow onion. Mix throughly. Place the mixture in mason jars.
Add the yellow mustard seeds, red pepper flakes and sorrel evenly between the vessel you added the green tomato mixture to.
Add the brine mixture until the tomatoes and onions and completely covered. Put a lid on the container and allow for the mixture to cool. Store in the fridge for atleast overnight before using to allow the flavors to develop.
Tags
Condiment
