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Best Ever Chunky BBQ Relish

Updated 10 April 2024 Published 20 May 2016 88 Comments

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In association with Iceland

Best Ever Chunky BBQ Relish is made with mixed bell peppers, onion, garlic etc and has a sweet and sour vibe with a mild chilli back note provided by the lime, clementine & fresh red chilli. Perfect for your barbecued burgers, sausages, chops etc!

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It’s always tempting fate to say it’s barbecue season because as we all know the British weather has a mind of its own!

We can have several different seasons of weather thrown at us in just the space of a week.

One certain thing however is being able to pick up some great BBQ essentials from Iceland!

For their #PowerofFrozen campaign, I was challenged to come up with a recipe to highlight their BBQ range.

So after a bit of tinkering in the kitchen to get it just right, I am delighted to bring you my Best Ever Chunky BBQ Relish.

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My family loved this relish which is perfect on burgers, with chicken, pork you name it!

It has a hint of sweet and sour going on plus a hint of chilli but not so much that kids would take a dislike to it. Best of all you can make it with ready-prepared onions, peppers, and garlic from Iceland so it’s no effort at all.

While your meat is cooking on the BBQ (man’s work, delegated to my son now) you can be preparing this Best Ever Chunky BBQ Relish to serve warm once ready.

I even picked up Instant Light Lumpwood Charcoal in Iceland which meant, no firelighters and no fuss so all we needed was a match – brilliant!

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So what BBQ foods did we sample I hear you ask in eager anticipation. (OK I’m building my part here, just go with it, must be the excitement of our first BBQ of the year)!

Well, we had 6 oz Angus Burgers (plus burger buns), Pork Sausage Wheels, Mini Meaty Pork Rib Racks, and Chicken and Chorizo Kebabs which were all really tasty and top quality.

All the meat was cooked from frozen either solely on the BBQ (burgers) or cooked conventionally and then finished off on the barbecue.

I do like to over-cater when having a barbecue because then you don’t have to lift a finger the following day and can eat all the leftovers.

Plus my Best Ever Chunky BBQ Relish is just as good cold!

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I do hope you pop into Iceland and check out their extensive BBQ range which is so convenient to have on standby for an impromptu BBQ.

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Just some of the BBQ range you’ll find available in Iceland!

These 3 simple ingredients formed the base of my Best Ever Chunky BBQ Relish!

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Best Ever Chunky BBQ Relish

With hints of sweet and sour plus a gentle back note of chilli, this Best Ever Chunky BBQ Sauce will perk up any burgers or meat you throw on the barbecue!
Course Main
Cuisine British
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes minutes
Total Time 27 minutes minutes
Servings 400 mls
Author Camilla Hawkins

Ingredients

  • 30 g unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp rapeseed oil
  • 2 tsp Darégal Le+ Taste garlic
  • 160 g Iceland ready to cook diced onions
  • 250 g Iceland quick cook sliced mixed peppers
  • 1 large red chilli finely chopped with half the seeds (use all if you like extra heat)
  • 4 tbsp soft light brown sugar
  • 8 tbsp tomato ketchup
  • 1 tbsp American style hot dog mustard
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp clementine juice
  • freshly ground salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Start by putting the sliced peppers on a board and roughly chop them into small dice.
  • Heat the oil and butter in a non-stick pan over a medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and garlic and fry for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Then add the diced peppers and chilli and continue frying for about another 7 minutes (until both softened but not coloured).
  • Add the sugar, ketchup, mustard, lime juice, clementine juice and seasoning.
  • Bring to the boil and then simmer under a lid for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve warm (or cold if you wish) with burgers or any barbecued meats.
  • Keep any leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for a few days or freeze the rest.

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  1. Amy Fidler

    11/06/2017 at 7:56 am

    some great ideas here x

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  2. Amy Fidler

    14/04/2017 at 8:12 am

    What a great recipe,especially now it’s BBQ season x

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    • Camilla

      14/04/2017 at 10:06 pm

      Thank you Amy:-)

      Reply
  3. A S,Edinburgh

    21/01/2017 at 11:32 am

    This looks great! Lime and chilli is always a winner, and the addition of clementine is a lovely idea.

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    • Camilla

      21/01/2017 at 12:31 pm

      Thank you, they are indeed:-)

      Reply
  4. glenn hutton

    11/11/2016 at 11:21 am

    We are big lovers of sauces and relishes, this sounds delicious!

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    • Camilla

      11/11/2016 at 11:29 am

      Thanks, it is rather fab:-)

      Reply
  5. munchies & munchkins

    26/06/2016 at 3:43 pm

    Thanks for linking to Eating Al Fresco – this is a perfect recipe for it and sounds so good!

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    • Camilla

      26/06/2016 at 10:10 pm

      Thanks Becky:-)

      Reply
  6. Heather Haigh

    24/06/2016 at 12:34 am

    This is what summer is all about! Thanks for a fab recipe.

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    • Camilla

      24/06/2016 at 12:42 am

      Thanks Heather:-)

      Reply
  7. Maya Russell

    03/06/2016 at 8:05 am

    The sauce sounds super. Unfortunately, the kids wouldn’t eat it chunky so I’d have to puree it for them.

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  8. Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours

    01/06/2016 at 11:36 am

    Those cook from frozen meats look so useful. Perfect for the impromptu BBQ when the sun comes out for more than two minutes.

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    • Camilla

      01/06/2016 at 5:27 pm

      Exactly and so inexpensive too:-)

      Reply
  9. kate @veggie desserts

    27/05/2016 at 3:44 pm

    I can’t wait to get the barbecue out! Hopefully tomorrow (prays to Mother Nature). The relish sounds fantastic and such a nice addition to burgers.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      27/05/2016 at 4:47 pm

      Thanks Kate:-) We’ve had 2 BBQ’s now and hopefully our third will be this weekend but I haven’t had a chance to check the forecast yet!

      Reply
  10. Kate Ford

    27/05/2016 at 3:44 pm

    This sounds amazing Camilla! And love the Iceland onions, garlic and peppers too having discovered them quite recently – such timesavers!

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    • Camilla

      27/05/2016 at 4:48 pm

      Thanks Kate, yes total time savers;-)

      Reply
  11. H. Michelle

    27/05/2016 at 11:01 am

    Hi! Thanks for telling us about the Chunky BBQ Relish. It is amazing hearing about its sweet and sour and chilli taste. It is good to hear that it is simple to prepare with onions, garlic, and pepper. It looks so appetizing that readers can’t help making it in their kitchen.

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  12. Andrea @ The Petite Cook

    27/05/2016 at 10:01 am

    First of all, love the photography Camilla, so bright and colorful! And the relish really got me, sounds such a wonderful addition to any summer bbq recipe!

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    • Camilla

      27/05/2016 at 10:36 am

      Thank you so much Andrea! Yes this relish will be making many appearances this summer I’m sure;-)

      Reply
  13. Choclette

    27/05/2016 at 9:34 am

    Oh Camilla, you’ve really got me in the mood for a BBQ now. I can but dream, it’s pouring with rain here. Thumbs up to #poweroffrozen – just brilliant for quick and tasty meals.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      27/05/2016 at 10:36 am

      It’s glorious sunshine and blue skies here Choclette, will blow it down your way:-)

      Reply
  14. Grace @ Eats Amazing

    26/05/2016 at 10:36 pm

    The BBQ range looks fantastic, so easy if you’re catering for a crowd! Loving the idea of homemade relish, it looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      26/05/2016 at 10:40 pm

      Thanks Grace, yes the Iceland BBQ range is so convenient, delicious and very reasonably priced!

      Reply
  15. Claire Jessiman

    26/05/2016 at 5:08 pm

    I’ve never bought frozen onions or peppers but this is seriously tempting me to!

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    • Camilla

      26/05/2016 at 6:05 pm

      They are truly wonderful and a great time saver Claire:-)

      Reply
  16. Sarah Maison Cupcake

    26/05/2016 at 3:39 pm

    I need another trip to try that barbecue range! Looks like a proper feast!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      26/05/2016 at 6:06 pm

      You really do Sarah, makes having a BBQ so much easier:-)

      Reply
  17. Mandi

    25/05/2016 at 12:33 pm

    The relish looks delicious, we had our first barbecue of the year last weekend, and I was thinking we need to try something different on there, like the sound of the sausage wheels as both my youngest never eat the roll!

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    • Camilla

      25/05/2016 at 12:57 pm

      Thanks Mandi, the relish is fab and those sausage wheels are great for kids as you say:-)

      Reply
  18. marchez50

    24/05/2016 at 11:08 pm

    Those burgers look delicious.

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    • Camilla

      24/05/2016 at 11:45 pm

      They are fab:-)

      Reply
  19. Sharon

    24/05/2016 at 5:52 pm

    I’m in heaven looking at this, I’m dribbling at the mouth 🙂

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    • Camilla

      24/05/2016 at 9:22 pm

      Thank you Sharon:-)

      Reply
  20. grainne marnell-fox

    24/05/2016 at 4:30 pm

    this all looks amazing

    Reply
    • Camilla

      24/05/2016 at 9:33 pm

      Thank you Grainne:-)

      Reply
  21. Jessica

    23/05/2016 at 7:32 am

    What a paradise of BBQ! Perfect for easy preparation for a small BBQ party! 🙂

    Reply
    • Camilla

      23/05/2016 at 2:27 pm

      Thank you Jessica:-)

      Reply
  22. Sam

    22/05/2016 at 9:18 pm

    Oh my god the relish looks amazing! I will have to make it soon!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 11:35 pm

      Thanks Sam, enjoy-)

      Reply
  23. Zoe L

    22/05/2016 at 8:34 pm

    Oh my goodness, I cannot wait until we purchase a new BBQ, this look so tasty

    Reply
    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 11:35 pm

      Thanks Zoe, I hear a heatwave is on it’s way so good timing-)

      Reply
  24. Zoe IKIWN

    22/05/2016 at 8:22 pm

    I haven’t had my first BBQ of the year just yet, but when I do I can see this relish being made. It looks and sounds delicious. x

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    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 11:36 pm

      Thanks Zoe, I’m sure you’ll love it:-)

      Reply
  25. Tara

    22/05/2016 at 7:14 pm

    I am so excited for summer so I can throw some BBQs in my new place! Love that hashtag too.

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    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 11:37 pm

      Great Tara:-)

      Reply
  26. Sisley

    22/05/2016 at 5:31 pm

    I really need to explore iceland more as I really didn’t know they did half of these things! I really want a BBQ now 😀

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    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 11:38 pm

      Yes Sisley you really should have a trip to Iceland, so many great things:-)

      Reply
  27. Kavey

    22/05/2016 at 3:55 pm

    I’m a big fan of using frozen vegetables in particular, though sadly Iceland sold off our local store many years ago. Wish we had one nearby.

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    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 4:01 pm

      That’s a shame Kavey!

      Reply
  28. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche

    22/05/2016 at 10:36 am

    It’s so convenient to have BBQ stuff ready in the freezer! BBQs in my house usually start with a mad dash to the shops before the sun goes away again! This relish looks amazing, don’t think I’ve ever made a cooked relish before!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 3:50 pm

      Thanks and yes Becca, Iceland ready to cook BBQ range is so convenient and at an affordable price!

      Reply
  29. Cassandra Mayers

    22/05/2016 at 10:00 am

    I really love a good relish with my BBQ, it really makes a difference x

    Reply
  30. Leanne

    22/05/2016 at 9:45 am

    Ooh this post has made me hungry. I love a BBQ and anything with a BBQ sauce on it! YUM!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 3:52 pm

      Thanks Leanne, can’t recommend Iceland’s BBQ range and my relish enough:-)

      Reply
  31. Mary - A Mary Road

    22/05/2016 at 4:24 am

    Thanks for the recipe! Will def bookmark this for future reference especially now summer is coming! This is perfect 🙂

    Reply
    • Camilla

      22/05/2016 at 3:53 pm

      Great, thank you Mary:-)

      Reply
  32. Rhian Westbury

    21/05/2016 at 11:11 pm

    Iceland always does me proud when it comes to BBQ food but I never have enough room in the freezer! x

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 11:28 pm

      Glad you’re a fan:-)

      Reply
  33. Tanya

    21/05/2016 at 5:52 pm

    I bloody love Iceland, everyone always understates it! Such affordable prices for such great quality, I will definitely be stocking up on my BBQ food from there

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 9:11 pm

      Great Tanya, glad to hear you’re a fan:-)

      Reply
  34. Anosa

    21/05/2016 at 2:14 pm

    I have not been to iceland in years mainly because we dont have the shop in my local town but I remember how awesome their products are. This looks delicious

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    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 4:42 pm

      Thank you Anosa, it might be worth making a special journey if not too far away:-)

      Reply
  35. Sarah, Things Sarah Loves

    21/05/2016 at 11:15 am

    I have to be honest and say I would never have thought about going to Iceland to pick up BBQ supplies but how delicious does this food look?!! The relish looks really tasty too, I can’t wait to make some and try it for myself!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 2:01 pm

      Thanks Sarah, glad to have opened your eyes to Iceland and my relish:-)

      Reply
  36. Jacqueline Meldrum

    21/05/2016 at 10:39 am

    Nice BBQ relish Camilla. I used to have a great BBQ sauce, but lost the recipe years ago. I do remember it had some of the elements of this one.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 10:43 am

      Thank you Jacs, I worked on this one until I got it just right with the balance of flavours:-)

      Reply
  37. Sally - Mycustardpie

    21/05/2016 at 10:21 am

    I don’t like short cuts usually but can totally see the appeal of a bag of ready chopped onions in the freezer. Lovely chutney. Hope you have many more barbecues this summer.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 10:44 am

      Iceland’s ready chopped frozen onions are so handy, made my Fish Chowder with the rest of a bag last night which save me chopping and mess:-)

      Reply
  38. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    21/05/2016 at 10:09 am

    I love a good chunky relish at a BBQ, and it always has to be homemade. Fingers crossed for some BBQ weather soon.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 10:45 am

      Thank you Dannii, it was delicious:-)

      Reply
  39. Miss Kitty Kaos

    21/05/2016 at 9:33 am

    Oh my gosh those burgers look so good and that relish sounds amazing X

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 10:46 am

      Thank you Miss Kitty, hope you get to try them out:-)

      Reply
  40. Victoria

    21/05/2016 at 8:07 am

    We’ve used Iceland for quick party food extras in the past I never even thought of them for bbq stuff. We’re more of a butcher person but the kebabs look yummy, as does your relish!! I’m really becoming a lover of sauce and dip type things lately so will try this for an extra something sometime x

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    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 10:52 am

      Thanks Victoria, the BBQ range is great as you can just pull it out of the freeze and cook it from frozen when the sun decides to come out:-) Enjoy the relish:-)

      Reply
  41. Liz Mays

    21/05/2016 at 12:29 am

    Ooh, I’d love to try making this. It sounds super easy and I’m sure the guys would love it.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 12:40 am

      Thanks Liz, I’m sure they would love it:-)

      Reply
  42. Charli Bruce

    20/05/2016 at 10:40 pm

    I love how Iceland have upped their game, they really are fab for frozen bits! The relish you made sounds amazing, I just wish I lived somewhere where we could have an actual barbecue but sadly we have to improvise by getting the George Foreman out! X

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 12:29 am

      Thank you Charli, you could still make the relish for your “indoor bbq”;-)

      Reply
  43. Melanie Edjourian

    20/05/2016 at 9:39 pm

    I’ve never made a BBQ relish before this looks great, thanks so much for sharing.

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    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 12:26 am

      Thanks Melanie, I do hope you give it a go:)

      Reply
  44. Sarah Bailey

    20/05/2016 at 9:15 pm

    Oh my goodness how good does this look . I have to admit I keep thinking about having a BBQ – I really need to try and talk the other half into cooking the meat though, while I could do the relish. x

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/05/2016 at 12:26 am

      Thanks Sarah, fingers crossed it’s BBQ weather this weekend:-)

      Reply
  45. Georgina Ingham | Culinary Travels

    20/05/2016 at 4:54 pm

    You can’t beat a good barbecue, to me they’re one of the best parts of summer.

    Reply
  46. Jan Bennett

    20/05/2016 at 12:41 pm

    Loving all these #PowerofFrozen recipes. Great that we can be ready for a BBQ when the sun does decide to shine!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      20/05/2016 at 1:44 pm

      They are fab aren’t they Jan, the sun is out here right now:-)

      Reply
  47. Camilla

    20/05/2016 at 11:26 am

    Thank you Valentin, can’t recommend it more highly:-)

    Reply

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