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Related: About this forumAny advice on home-made condiments?
We've got a picnic at the end of the month for about 300
Last year, I made a big pot of chili and a big pot of slaw, for use as condiments on burgers and dogs
There were no complaints, and as far as I could see the condiments were used and eaten (rather than being scraped off into the garbage) -- but the palates are not adventurous with this crowd: so I think last year the slaw might have been a bit too vinegary and mebbe the chili a bit too hot
Any advice?
Warpy
(111,267 posts)but don't do anything to the chili but make it optional, if possible.
The only caution I have with making homemade condiments is not to make too much at a time if you don't use a lot of the stuff every day.
PoliticAverse
(26,366 posts)Also maybe some fresh salsa?
pinto
(106,886 posts)Adds a zing to the slaw.
grasswire
(50,130 posts)Are you asking for suggestions for other condiments, or suggestions to help fit your chili and slaw to less adventurous palates?
struggle4progress
(118,285 posts)MiddleFingerMom
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The empressof all
(29,098 posts)It's my newest obsession since I have a bumper crop this year...
Shred a few pounds of zucchini.
Chop up a few shallots or a combo of shallots and garlic.
Sweat the shallots in a bit of Olive Oil and Butter. I use about a tablespoon of each,
Add the shredded zucchini
Add salt and lots of black pepper
Cook on low until all the liquid reduces and you have a relish like consistency
I cook this in a big non stick wok pan and it can take as long as an hour to get it where I want it. You need to stir it every once in a while.
For variations....You can add chopped chilies to the shallots and garlic in the beginning for a little heat
This zucchini Butter is absolutely delicious and can be enjoyed alone or as a filling in a lasagna. My SO puts it on sandwiches and it's also a great alternative to Pesto in Pasta.