Per 1tbsp:
- Calories: 15g
- Protein: <1g
- Total fat <1g
- Saturates: 0g
- Carbs: 3g
- Total sugars: 2g
- Fibre: 1g
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Cheeseboard Piccalilli
A well-spiced wintry piccalilli perfect for serving with festive ham and cheeses.
It doesn't get tastier than a home made piccalilli, the perfect homemade Christmas gift this festive season!
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Yields:
4
Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Cal/Serv:
15
Ingredients
- 1 small cauliflower, broken into mini florets
- 250 g butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1cm cubes
- 150 g baby carrots, peeled and cut into 1cm slices
- 1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into 1cm cubes
- 4 shallots, quartered
- 2 Tbsp. fine sea salt
- 600 ml cider vinegar
- 175 g granulated sugar
- 40 g fresh root ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 long red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. coriander seeds, lightly crushed
- 1 Tbsp. mustard seeds
- 3 Tbsp. cornflour
- 3 Tbsp. English mustard powder
- 1 Tbsp. ground turmeric
Directions
- Step 1Mix the cauliflower, squash, carrots, pepper and shallots in a large colander, sprinkle over the salt and toss to coat. Put colander over a large bowl, cover and leave for 12hr, or overnight, to draw out excess moisture.
- Step 2When the vegetables have been salted, in a large pan heat the vinegar, sugar, ginger, chilli, coriander and mustard seeds. Bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve, then add vegetables and simmer for 2-3min, until partially cooked but still crunchy. Lift vegetables out using a slotted spoon and set aside (reserve liquid in pan).
- Step 3In a small bowl, mix cornflower, mustard powder and turmeric with 100ml water to a smooth paste. Whisk into the pan and heat, stirring constantly, for a few min until bubbling and thickened.
- Step 4Return vegetables to the pan; mix. Spoon into sterilised wide-neck jars, making sure each jar has an even distribution of vegetables and sauce. Seal and cool completely.
To store:
Store in a cool dry place for up to 3 months. Chill after opening.
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