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Top Rated Pickled Okra ๐ถ๏ธ
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Yield: 2 pint jars
Description:
Have a happy time lining those gleaming jars on your sunshine-soaked windowsill. The same process could be repeated for pickling other veggies from your kitchen garden as well! Dive into this delightful recipe for a tangy, crunchy snack that will elevate your culinary repertoire.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 120.4 per serving
- Fat Content: 0.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 3515.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22.6g
- Fiber Content: 7.6g
- Sugar Content: 5.2g
- Protein Content: 5.6g
Ingredients:
- 2 cups okra
- 1 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 garlic pod
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon dill seed
Instructions:
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Prepare Okra:
- Begin by washing the okra thoroughly. Trim the ends if needed.
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Prepare Brine:
- In a saucepan, bring the cider vinegar, water, and salt to a vigorous boil.
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Pack the Jars:
- While the brine is heating, divide the okra evenly between two clean pint jars.
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Add Flavorings:
- To each jar, add 1 teaspoon of dill seed, 2 cloves of garlic, and 1 pod of pepper for an extra kick of flavor.
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Pour Brine Over Okra:
- Once the brine is ready, carefully pour it over the okra in the jars, ensuring that the vegetables are completely covered.
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Process Jars:
- Seal the jars tightly and process them in boiling water for 5 minutes. This step will help preserve the pickles and lock in their delicious flavors.
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Wait Patiently:
- After processing, allow the jars to cool before transferring them to a cool, dark place. Now comes the hard partโwait patiently for at least a month before indulging in your homemade pickled okra!
Tips and Tricks:
- For an extra kick, consider adding a sliced jalapeรฑo or chili pepper to the jars.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor to your liking.
- These pickled okra make a delightful addition to salads, sandwiches, or cheese boards.
- Don’t skimp on the vinegarโit’s crucial for both flavor and preservation.