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Vibrant Mixed Pickled Vegetables With Turmeric Recipe

This recipe for Mixed Pickled Vegetables With Turmeric offers a burst of sunshine and flavor that transforms your meals. Infused with turmeric, these vibrant pickles are perfect as a side dish, sandwich addition, or a guilt-free snack.

Ingredients

  • Carrots
  • Cauliflower florets
  • Bell peppers (any color)
  • Red onion slices
  • Cucumber chunks
  • Green beans (optional)
  • Radishes (optional)
  • Zucchini (optional)
  • Ground turmeric
  • White distilled vinegar
  • Apple cider vinegar (optional)
  • Filtered water
  • Pickling salt or non-iodized sea salt
  • Granulated sugar
  • Yellow mustard seeds
  • Black peppercorns
  • Bay leaves
  • Dill seeds (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh garlic cloves

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Jars: Sterilize your canning jars and lids by washing them thoroughly with hot soapy water, rinsing well, and then either running them through a hot cycle in your dishwasher or submerging them in boiling water for at least 10 minutes. Keep them hot until you're ready to fill them.
  2. Prep the Vegetables: Wash all your chosen vegetables thoroughly. Peel carrots and onions if desired. Cut all vegetables into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
  3. Pack the Jars: Into each sterilized, hot jar, add your selected whole spices. Tightly pack your prepared mixed vegetables into the jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace from the rim.
  4. Make the Turmeric Brine: In a medium non-reactive pot, combine the white vinegar, filtered water, pickling salt, sugar, and ground turmeric. Stir until the salt and sugar begin to dissolve, then bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  5. Pour and Seal: Carefully pour the hot brine over the vegetables in each jar, ensuring all the vegetables are submerged. Use a chopstick or a butter knife to release any trapped air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars clean and place the lids and bands on the jars.
  6. Cool and Refrigerate: Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature, then transfer them to the refrigerator.
  7. Patience is Key: Wait at least 3-5 days before enjoying your first bite to allow the flavors to meld and develop.

Nutrition

Keywords: Ensure uniform cuts for even pickling, and feel free to adjust the amount of turmeric for a more intense flavor. Always leave at least 1/2 inch of headspace in the jars.