Refreshing Cold Pickles: A Crisp and Tangy Homemade Delight

Instructions

• Instructions

  1-Wash and cut the vegetables into desired sizes and shapes. If using cucumbers, slice them into spears or rounds.

• 2-In a large pot, combine the water, white vinegar, and pickling salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and let it cool completely.

• 3-Sterilize glass jars and lids by boiling them in water for 10 minutes.

• 4-Place garlic, dill seeds, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and bay leaves equally into the sterilized jars.

• 5-Pack the prepared vegetables tightly into the jars.

• 6-Pour the cooled vinegar solution over the vegetables, ensuring they are completely submerged. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar.

• 7-Seal the jars and refrigerate them. Let the pickles sit for at least 48 hours before consuming for the flavors to develop.

• 8-Store the cold pickles in the refrigerator. They will stay crisp and flavorful for up to a month.

• Conclusion

  Our Refreshing Cold Pickles recipe is a fantastic way to savor the taste of fresh vegetables with a delightful pickled twist. These pickles, with their crisp texture and balanced tanginess, are a great addition to any meal or as a standalone snack. Homemade and wholesome, this cold pickle recipe is a testament to the simplicity and joy of pickling, offering a burst of flavor that is both satisfying and refreshing.