Pickled Okra

📜 Collection: UK3 | ✍️ Attribution: Svarale | 📂 Category: Preserves Discover a traditional vintage recipe for crisp pickled okra featuring garlic, hot pepper, and dill seed. Preserved to perfection after six weeks of curing.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
20 mins15 mins6 weeks1 batch

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • Canning jars with lids
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 ButtonGarlicPeeled
1Hot PepperWhole
1 TablespoonDill SeedWhole
1/2 GallonVinegarStandard
1/2 GallonWaterFresh
1 CupSaltCanning or pickling salt
As neededOkraFresh pods, washed and trimmed

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Brine

  1. In a large stockpot, mix the 1/2 gallon vinegar, 1/2 gallon water, and 1 cup salt.

Step 2: Boil and Pour

  1. Bring the brine mixture to a boil until the salt is completely dissolved.
  2. Pack the okra, 1 button garlic, 1 hot pepper, and 1 tablespoon dill seed tightly into sterilized jars.
  3. Carefully pour the hot brine over the okra and spices until fully submerged.

Step 3: Seal and Cure

  1. Seal the jars securely and store in a cool, dark place for 6 weeks until fully pickled and deeply infused with flavor.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for at least 6 weeks before opening. Once opened, keep refrigerated.


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