Fresh Pickle Relish

A vibrant homemade pickle relish made with English cucumber, aromatic mustard seeds, ginger, and turmeric. This sweet and tangy condiment combines Indian-inspired spices with classic pickling techniques.

4 servings
17 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound English hothouse cucumber
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds
  • 2 teaspoons grated peeled ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • cup unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Place cucumber in a fine-mesh sieve set over a medium bowl; toss with 1 teaspoon salt. Let sit 10 minutes, then squeeze well to remove as much moisture as possible (do not rinse).

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Meanwhile, heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cook, stirring, just until they begin to pop, about 1 minute. Mix in ginger and turmeric and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add vinegar and sugar and cook until syrupy, about 5 minutes longer. Mix in cucumber; transfer to a small bowl and season with salt. Let cool.

    7 min

  3. 3.

    DO AHEAD: Relish can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.