Preparing Peach Salsa for Preservation: A Guide to Canning Delicious, Fresh Peaches
Kick Up Your Summer Meals with this Simple, Spicy Peach Salsa Recipe
Want a delicious twist on your usual salsa game? Give this peach salsa a whirl! Sweet and spicy, it's perfect for topping ice cream, pancakes, or grilled meats. This easy-to-make recipe can be easily canned to enjoy all year round.
We've got the goods on the best ingredients to use, how to prepare them, and a few tweaks to preserve your peach's texture.
Ingredients, Tweaks, and Tips:
- 6 ripe, firm peaches – peeled, pitted, and chopped
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1 cup chopped onion (red is best)
- 4 jalapeño peppers, chopped and seeds removed (modify for heat level)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped (feel free to mix colors)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional but yum!)
- 1 tablespoon clear gel
Preserving Peach Texture:
- Opt for larger, firmer peach chunks instead of finely diced.
- Add peaches later in the cooking process, just before heating through and melding flavors.
- Use partly firm peaches that haven't reached full ripeness yet.
- Skip the boiling water bath for softer fruits like peaches in the cold pack method.
- Adjust jar processing time, keeping peaches from overcooking.
Instructions:
- Prepare an ice bath and bring a large pot of water to boil.
- Peel, pit, and chop the peaches, then soak them in lime juice to prevent browning.
- Prepare the canner, jars, and lids.
- Sauté onions, peppers, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, and paprika in a heavy-bottomed pot until softened.
- Stir in honey and vinegar.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in the chopped peaches and clear gel.
- Ladle the hot salsa into hot jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.
- Let the jars cool, check for seals, and store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 18 months.
Enjoy your peachy creation! For more homemade canning recipes, give our guides a try.
- Peachy Black Bean & Corn Salsa
- Easy Dill Pickles (Refrigerator or Canned)
- The Ultimate Homemade Canning Salsa Recipe
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This peach salsa recipe provides a delightful spin on traditional salsa, combining sweet and spicy flavors for an exciting culinary experience. It's an excellent addition to your food-and-drink lifestyle, suitable for various dishes such as ice cream, pancakes, or grilled meats. By following the preservation tips provided, you can easily can this recipe for enjoyment throughout the year, making it a valuable asset in your home-and-garden lifestyle. To further expand your canning repertoire, explore our diverse collection of recipes, including Peachy Black Bean & Corn Salsa, Easy Dill Pickles, and The Ultimate Homemade Canning Salsa.
