Guyanese Mango Fire Relish

Chocolatl's Note:

Adapted from the Barbecue Bible. Serve with grilled seafood, poultry or meat. Use green mangoes for a more traditional preparation. Watch out--this is HOT! Seed the scotch bonnets if you don't want it quite so fiery.

• Total Time: 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 8

Yield: 2.0 cups

• 1 lb ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (use green mangoes for a more traditional taste)
• 1 -4 scotch bonnet pepper (to taste)
• 4 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/3 cup fresh lime juice (or to taste)
• 2 tablespoons water (or more if necessary)

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.
2. Relish should be thick but pourable. Add a little more water if it is too thick.
3. Cover tightly and refrigerate. Will keep up to 1 week.