Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 lbs. pickling cucumbers, sliced into rounds
- 1 1/2 cups white vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 tbsp. kosher salt
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
- 1 tsp. mustard seeds
- 1 tsp. coriander seeds
- 1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
- 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 2 bay leaves
Special equipment needed:
- 2-quart glass jar with lid
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until salt and sugar dissolve.
2. In the glass jar, layer cucumber slices, garlic, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, black peppercorns, red pepper flakes, and bay leaves.
3. Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the cucumbers, filling the jar to the top.
4. Let the jar cool to room temperature, then cover with the lid and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
- Room temperature for cooling
- Refrigerator temperature for storage
Serving size:
- Makes about 2 quarts of pickles
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 10 per serving
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 470mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pickling cucumbers can be substituted with regular cucumbers, but the texture may be softer.
- White vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar.
- Kosher salt can be substituted with sea salt or pickling salt.
Variations:
- Add sliced onions or jalapenos for extra flavor.
- Use different spices such as dill, fennel seeds, or cinnamon sticks.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a mandoline slicer for even cucumber slices.
- Make sure the jar is completely clean and dry before adding the ingredients.
- Let the pickles sit in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving for maximum flavor.
Storage instructions:
- Keep the jar of pickles in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
Reheating instructions:
- These pickles are meant to be served cold, so there is no need to reheat them.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pickles in a small bowl or on a plate as a side dish or snack.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with fresh herbs such as dill or parsley.
Pairings:
- These pickles pair well with sandwiches, burgers, or grilled meats.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve these pickles with potato salad, coleslaw, or macaroni and cheese.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pickles are too sour, reduce the amount of vinegar in the recipe.
- If the pickles are too salty, reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use a clean and dry jar to prevent any bacteria growth.
- Keep the pickles refrigerated at all times.
Food history:
- Pickling has been used as a method of preserving food for centuries.
Flavor profiles:
- These pickles have a tangy and slightly spicy flavor with a strong garlic taste.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve these pickles as a snack or as a side dish with your favorite meal.
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