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Mixed Pickles Recipe

This quick and tangy mixed pickle recipe is a vibrant blend of crisp vegetables soaked in a zesty vinegar brine. It’s easy to prepare and makes a colorful, crunchy addition to any meal. Customize with your favorite firm veggies for a flavorful, fridge-ready condiment.
Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Course condiment
Cuisine Indian
Servings 10 servings
Calories 39 kcal

Equipment

  • Small pot
  • stirring spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Glass jar or ceramic dish

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp sugar
  • 6 tbsp kosher salt
  • 2 cups unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 cups mixed sliced or chopped vegetables more or less, to fill ⅔ of glass jar or other nonreactive container

Instructions
 

  • Begin by heating vinegar in a small pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add salt and sugar, stirring until the mixture reaches a simmer.
  • Meanwhile, chop your selected vegetables and place them in a clean glass jar or another nonreactive container like ceramic.
  • Once the brine is ready, carefully pour it over the vegetables, ensuring not to overfill the jar or burn yourself.
  • Seal the jar tightly—the container will be hot—and transfer it to the refrigerator to cool.

Notes

  • Choose firm vegetables to maintain a satisfying crunch after pickling.
  • Slice vegetables evenly to ensure they pickle at the same rate.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding spices like mustard seeds, coriander seeds, or bay leaves to the vinegar.
  • Use gloves if you're including hot peppers to avoid skin irritation.