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Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe

Jersey Mike’s Hot Chopped Pepper Relish

A sweet, tangy, and spicy homemade pepper relish inspired by Jersey Mike’s. Perfect for sandwiches, burgers, and grilled dishes, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 40
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Amount Unit Name Notes
1 cup cherry peppers finely chopped, seeds optional
2 pcs jalapeño peppers optional, for extra heat
1/4 cup red bell pepper finely chopped
1/4 cup onion finely chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1/4 cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp sugar adjust to taste
1/2 tsp salt to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper optional
1 tbsp olive oil optional for cooking version

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor For fine chopping
  • 1 Knife For prep work
  • 1 Cutting board For chopping
  • 1 Mixing bowl To combine ingredients
  • 1 Saucepan For cooking (optional)
  • 1 Fine Mesh Strainer For draining excess moisture
  • 1 Airtight container For storage

Method
 

  1. Wash all peppers, remove stems, and deseed if you want a milder relish.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  2. Add cherry peppers, jalapeños, onion, and garlic to a food processor.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  3. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  4. Transfer mixture to a strainer, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 1–2 hours (optional).
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  5. Rinse lightly and squeeze out excess moisture.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  6. Place mixture in a bowl and add vinegar, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  7. For cooked version, heat olive oil in a pan and simmer mixture for 10–15 minutes.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  8. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe
  9. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
    Jersey Mike's Hot Chopped Pepper Relish Recipe

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding or removing seeds
  • Tastes better after resting for a few hours
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks