Cookery: Sweetcorn relish

Relishes are ideal for jazzing up all dishes from nyama choma to vegetarian or even snacks.

Sweetcorn relish provides the perfect combination of sweetness and tanginess to liven up your meal times.

RECIPE: Makes 2 jars

Preparation time:

40 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

1/2- kg sweetcorn

500 ml white vinegar

1 small cup sugar

1 large white onion, chopped

1 red capsicum, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

1 clove garlic, chopped

1 chilly, chopped (optional)

1 tbsp cornflour mixed with a little water

1 tbsp garlic powder

1 tbsp salt

1 pinch black pepper

METHOD:

1. In a colander, wash the sweetcorn and allow it to drain. In a large saucepan, combine the vinegar and the sugar. Heat slowly to a gentle boil until the sugar dissolves.

2. Add the sweetcorn, onion, capsicum, green pepper garlic and chilly. Simmer for 10 minutes while stirring occasionally.

3. Add the cornflour, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Simmer for five minutes, or until it thickens. Use over food. 

COOKING TIPS:

• Substitute the sweetcorn with white fresh maize for variation.

• Ensure that all the ingredients are finely chopped to the smallest sizes possible if you want a smooth textured relish. For a chunkier one, chop the ingredients into larger pieces.

• Add a dash of mustard to create a fiery relish sensation.