Sweet-and-Spicy Corn Salsa

🥘 Ingredients

• sweet corn kernels 4 ears
• red pepper 1
• vinegar 1 cup
• sugar ¾ cup
• water ¼ cup
• mustard seeds 1 ½ tsp
• cumin seeds ¼ tsp
• red onion 1
• ground red pepper 1 ½ tsp

1. 1

   Toss the sweet corn kernels and finely chopped red pepper together in a mixing bowl . Set aside.
2. 2

   In a large saucepan , combine the vinegar , sugar , water , mustard seeds , and cumin seeds . Pace the pan over medium-high heat until it begins to boil. Reduce the liquid to a simmer. Add the chopped red onion and ground red pepper . Simmer until the onion becomes translucent, about 10 minutes . To the simmering liquid, add the sweet corn and chopped red pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes . Remove from heat.
3. 3

   Using a slotted spoon, transfer the corn salsa to a non-reactive container, pressing down lightly to pack the corn. Gently pour the remaining cooking liquid from the saucepan over the packed salsa just until it is covered. Refrigerate for a day before serving (to allow the flavors to develop).
4. 4

   Serve with chips for dipping.