Fermented hot pepper relish

Fermented hot pepper relish recipe videos

Fermented hot pepper relish is a tangy, spicy condiment made by lacto-fermenting chopped hot peppers (like jalapeños or serranos) with salt, often including garlic, onions, and spices. It's popular in many cuisines, especially in Southern U.S. cooking, Mexican salsas, and Asian fermented preparations.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This relish is low in calories (around 10-20 calories per tablespoon) and provides minimal fat or protein, but it's rich in vitamin C from the peppers and probiotics from fermentation, which support gut health.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	15 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	3 g
Fat	0.2 g
Fiber	0.8 g
Sugar	1.5 g
Sodium	320 mg
Vitamin C	12 mg
Vitamin A	45 µg RAE
Potassium	65 mg
Iron	0.3 mg
Calcium	10 mg
Magnesium	4 mg
Vitamin B6	0.04 mg
Manganese	0.05 mg

Per 2 tablespoons (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes it unique is the lacto-fermentation process, which not only preserves the peppers but also enhances their nutritional value by creating beneficial bacteria, similar to kimchi or sauerkraut, while adding a complex, umami-rich flavor that deepens over time.