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Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe

I love making these bread and butter pickles. They're sweet, tangy, and perfect for snacking or adding to sandwiches. Simple ingredients, quick prep, and delicious results every time!

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Bread and Butter Pickles are a delightful mix of sweet and tangy, perfect for adding a burst of flavor to sandwiches, burgers, or just enjoying straight from the jar. With a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can create these crunchy, zesty pickles at home. Let's dive into this easy recipe that will have you hooked from the first bite!

The name of the recipe: Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
  • 1 cup sliced onions
  • 1.5 cups white vinegar
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 0.5 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Combine cucumbers and onions in a large bowl.
  2. In a saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. Pour hot vinegar mixture over cucumbers and onions. Let cool.
  4. Transfer to jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

What You Will Need

What you will need to make bread and butter pickles

  • Cucumbers: Provide the crunchy base, absorbing the tangy, sweet brine perfectly.
  • Onions: Add a mild, sweet flavor that complements the cucumbers.
  • White vinegar: Essential for the tangy, pickling brine that preserves the vegetables.
  • Sugar: Balances the acidity of the vinegar, giving the pickles their signature sweetness.
  • Mustard seeds: Infuse the pickles with a subtle, spicy flavor.
  • Celery seeds: Add a slight bitterness, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
  • Ground turmeric: Provides a vibrant color and a hint of earthiness.

Tools and Instruments Required

What tools/instruments will be needed to make Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe

  • Mixing bowl: Essential for combining cucumbers and onions evenly before adding the vinegar mixture.
  • Saucepan: Necessary for boiling the vinegar, sugar, and spices to create the pickling liquid.
  • Knife: Required to thinly slice cucumbers and onions for consistent pickling.
  • Measuring cups: Ensures accurate measurement of ingredients for the pickling solution.
  • Jars: Used to store the pickles and allow them to marinate in the refrigerator.
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Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe

Classic sweet and tangy pickles.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 60 kcal

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Jars

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
  • 1 cup sliced onions
  • 1.5 cups white vinegar
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 0.5 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions: 

  • Combine cucumbers and onions in a large bowl.
  • In a saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  • Pour hot vinegar mixture over cucumbers and onions. Let cool.
  • Transfer to jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Notes:

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.

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Nutrition value:

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg

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Make Ahead and Freezing Tips

Make Ahead Instructions

  • Slice cucumbers and onions.
  • Mix vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and salt in a saucepan.
  • Boil the mixture.
  • Pour over cucumbers and onions.
  • Cool completely.
  • Store in jars.
  • Refrigerate up to 2 weeks.

Freezing Instructions

  • Prepare pickles as directed.
  • Cool completely.
  • Transfer to freezer-safe containers.
  • Leave 1/2 inch headspace.
  • Seal tightly.
  • Freeze up to 6 months.
  • Thaw in refrigerator before serving.

For an extra crunch in your bread and butter pickles, add a handful of sliced bell peppers to the mix.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ:
How long do these pickles last in the fridge?
They last up to 2 months when stored in an airtight container.
Can I use a different type of vinegar?
Yes, apple cider vinegar works well too.
Do I need to sterilize the jars?
Not necessary for fridge pickles, but clean jars are a must.
Can I reduce the sugar?
You can, but it might affect the flavor balance.
Are these pickles suitable for canning?
This recipe is best for refrigerator pickles, not for canning.

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