Introducing a delectable recipe for Dilled Green Tomatoes, a delightful treat bursting with flavors and packed with wholesome goodness! 🍅🌿 This recipe is not only delicious but also falls under the Low Protein category, making it a perfect choice for those seeking healthier options. With just a total time of 45 minutes, including a quick 30 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking, you’ll have a batch of tangy, savory green tomatoes ready to enjoy.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Green tomatoes | 5 |
| Canning salt | 1/4 cup |
| Vinegar | 3 1/2 cups |
| Water | 3 1/2 cups |
| Garlic | 6-7 cloves |
| Fresh dill | 6-7 heads |
| Bay leaves | 6-7 leaves |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 116.8
- Fat Content: 0.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 4770.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.4g
- Fiber Content: 4.2g
- Sugar Content: 15.2g
- Protein Content: 4.7g
Instructions:
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Preparation: Begin by washing the green tomatoes thoroughly and removing the cores. Cut them into halves or quarters as per your preference.
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Brine Preparation: In a large saucepot, combine the canning salt, vinegar, and water. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, ensuring that the salt is fully dissolved.
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Packing the Jars: While the brine is simmering, pack the prepared tomatoes into clean, sterilized jars, leaving about a 1/4-inch space from the top of each jar.
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Flavor Infusion: To each jar, add a clove of garlic, a head of fresh dill (or 2 teaspoons of dill seeds), and a bay leaf. These aromatic additions will enhance the flavor profile of your dilled green tomatoes.
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Pouring the Brine: Carefully ladle the hot brine over the tomatoes in the jars, ensuring that each jar has an equal amount of liquid while leaving about a 1/4-inch headspace from the rim.
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Removing Air Bubbles: Take a clean utensil, such as a chopstick or a plastic spatula, and gently run it along the sides of each jar to release any trapped air bubbles.
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Sealing the Jars: Once the jars are filled with tomatoes and brine, securely cap them with two-piece canning lids. Ensure that the lids are tightly fastened to prevent any leaks during processing.
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Canning Process: Place the sealed jars in a boiling-water canner, ensuring that they are fully submerged in water. Process the jars for 15 minutes, maintaining a rolling boil throughout the duration.
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Final Touch: After the processing time is complete, carefully remove the jars from the canner using jar lifters and place them on a clean, dry towel. Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature.
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Storage: Once cooled, check the lids for proper sealing (the lids should not flex when pressed). Label the jars with the date and store them in a cool, dark place for future enjoyment.
Yield: This recipe yields approximately 6 pints of delicious dilled green tomatoes, perfect for sharing with family and friends or for stocking up your pantry with homemade goodness.
With its vibrant colors, robust flavors, and nutritional benefits, these Dilled Green Tomatoes are sure to become a favorite addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether enjoyed as a standalone snack, added to salads, or paired with your favorite dishes, these tangy treats are bound to impress. So why wait? Gather your ingredients and embark on a flavorful journey today! 🌟
