Banana Relish

Ingredients

¼ cup lime juice, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, or rice vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup, molasses, or dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or other hot spice
1 banana
¼ cup raisins or dried currants
¼ cup chopped dates, dried dates, dried figs, or dried cranberries
Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

Whisk together the juice or vinegar with the sugar ingredient. Add the chili powder, cayenne, salt and pepper. Whisk.

Slice banana. Add the banana, raisins/currants, and remaining ingredient to the bowl. Stir to combine. Let rest at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator, before serving.

Yield	1 cup
Categories	Condiment/topping Vegetarian Dairy-free Gluten-free
Prep Time	20 minutes
Stand Time	4 hours (or overnight)
Ready Time	4 hours 20 minutes (or overnight)
Notes	This relish combines the sweetness of bananas with a kick of spice. It can go with tacos, samosas, empanadas, and more. This recipe is designed to be flexible depending on your tastes and what is in your kitchen.

Banana Relish

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