Basic Brine for Quick Pickling Vegetables

Basic Brine for Quick Pickling Vegetables

This basic brine is a forgiving "recipe" that will help you quick pickle just about anything! Adjust the quantity for the amount you're making, keeping in mind the general ratio of ingredients as your guide.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword Basic Brine, Quick Pickles, Refrigerator Pickles

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings batch

Calories 436kcal

Equipment

Saucepan
measuring cups and measuring spoons

Ingredients

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup sugar white, granulated
1 cup water
1 tsp salt
12-15 whole peppercorns

Instructions

Place all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a low simmer over medium heat.
As the brine heats, stir occasionally to ensure the sugar and salt fully dissolve into the solution.
Once simmering, remove from heat and allow to cool at least 10 minutes. Carefully transfer into pickling jars or pour over prepared vegetables, then refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

Adjust the quantity to your personal preferences or needs, keeping in mind a general ratio of 2 parts vinegar + 2 parts water + 1 part sugar.

Removing the peppercorns is optional. If left in the brine, the flavor will continue to infuse, so adjust accordingly.

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