Zesty Peach & Pepper Salsa
Elevate your culinary experience with this Zesty Peach & Pepper Salsa, a delightful blend of sweet peaches and spicy peppers. Perfect for canning, this vibrant salsa brings the warmth of summer to your table all year round. The recipe replaces celery with extra green and hot peppers for added flavor and kick, ensuring a deliciously balanced taste. Ideal for serving alongside grilled chicken, fish, or as a zesty dip for chips, this salsa packs a flavorful punch thanks to the jalapeños. Embrace the sweet heat of this amazing salsa and savor every bite!
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Servings
29
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Ripe tomatoes
3 lbs (Peeled and chopped (about 7 medium))
Onions
2 cups (Chopped)
Green peppers
1 1/2 cups (Seeded and chopped)
Hot pepper (Jalapeño or similar)
1/4 cup (Seeded and chopped)
Fresh peaches
5 (Peeled and chopped)
Sugar
1 cup
White vinegar
1 cup
Salt
1 1/2 teaspoons
Pickling spices
1 1/2 teaspoons (In cheesecloth)
Instructions
1
Begin by pouring boiling water over the tomatoes and allowing them to sit for one minute. This will help loosen the skins.
2
Drain the tomatoes and cover them with cold water to cool down.
3
Peel the cooled tomatoes and chop them until you have about 6 cups (1 1/2 quarts).
4
For the peaches, pour boiling water over them for two minutes, then drain and cover with cold water.
5
After about 5 minutes, the skin should peel off easily. Peel and chop the peaches, setting them aside.
6
In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, peaches, onions, green peppers, hot pepper, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pickling spices wrapped in cheesecloth.
7
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a low simmer, stirring frequently for about two hours or until the salsa thickens.
8
Once thickened, remove the spice bag and discard it.
9
Carefully pour the hot salsa into sterilized pint or half-pint jars, leaving a 1/4 inch headspace at the top.
10
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. After processing, cool the jars on a clean kitchen towel and store them in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Information
0g
Fat
7g
Carbs
1g
Protein
1g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Peach & Pepper Salsa?
It is a vibrant culinary blend of sweet peaches and spicy peppers, designed for canning or immediate serving with grilled meats and chips.
What are the primary ingredients in this salsa?
The main ingredients include ripe tomatoes, onions, green peppers, jalape%o peppers, fresh peaches, sugar, and white vinegar.
How many peaches do I need to prepare this recipe?
You will need 5 fresh peaches that have been peeled and chopped.
How many pounds of tomatoes are required?
The recipe requires 3 lbs of ripe tomatoes, which is approximately 7 medium-sized tomatoes.
What is the best way to peel the tomatoes?
Pour boiling water over the tomatoes for one minute, then drain and cover them with cold water to loosen the skins for easy peeling.
How do I peel the peaches for this salsa?
Submerge the peaches in boiling water for two minutes, then drain and cool them in cold water for five minutes before peeling.
Can I use a different type of pepper besides jalape%o?
Yes, you can use any similar hot pepper depending on your preferred level of spiciness.
How long should the salsa mixture simmer?
The mixture should simmer for about two hours, or until it reaches your desired thickness.
What is the purpose of the pickling spices?
The pickling spices add aromatic depth and a complex flavor profile to the sweet and spicy salsa.
How should I include the pickling spices in the pot?
Wrap the 1 1/2 teaspoons of pickling spices in cheesecloth to create a spice bag that can be removed easily after cooking.
What kind of vinegar is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for one cup of white vinegar to provide acidity and preservation qualities.
Is this salsa recipe suitable for canning?
Yes, it is specifically designed as a canning recipe so you can enjoy the taste of summer throughout the year.
How long do I need to process the jars in a water bath?
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
What sizes of jars should I use for canning this salsa?
You should use sterilized pint or half-pint jars for this recipe.
How much headspace should be left at the top of the jars?
Leave a 1/4 inch headspace at the top of the jars before processing.
What are some serving suggestions for this salsa?
It is excellent when served alongside grilled chicken, fish, or used as a dip for tortilla chips.
Is the Zesty Peach & Pepper Salsa very spicy?
It features a 'sweet heat' profile; the 1/4 cup of jalape%os provides a noticeable but balanced kick.
How many calories are in a serving of this salsa?
Each serving contains approximately 29 calories.
Does this salsa contain any fat?
No, this salsa contains 0g of fat.
How much sugar is in each serving?
There are 5g of sugar in each serving of this salsa.
Is there fiber in this peach salsa?
Yes, each serving provides 1g of dietary fiber.
How should the finished jars be stored?
After cooling on a kitchen towel, the jars should be stored in a cool, dark place.
Can I use this recipe as a party dip?
Yes, its zesty and sweet flavor makes it a perfect party dip for chips.
Why does this recipe exclude celery?
Celery was replaced with extra green and hot peppers to enhance the flavor profile and add more spice.
How many cups of chopped tomatoes does 3 lbs yield?
It yields approximately 6 cups, which is equal to 1 1/2 quarts of chopped tomatoes.
What type of saucepan is best for this recipe?
A large heavy-bottomed saucepan is recommended to ensure even heat distribution during the long simmering process.
When should I remove the spice bag?
Remove and discard the spice bag once the salsa has thickened and before you begin jarring.
How long do the peaches need to cool in cold water?
They should cool in cold water for about five minutes to make the skins easy to peel.
Can this salsa be eaten immediately after cooking?
Yes, while it is designed for canning, it can be consumed immediately once it has cooled.
What seasonal category does this recipe fall into?
This is considered a summer recipe, as it makes use of fresh seasonal peaches and tomatoes.