Kitchen Hacks: How To Make Pickles Easily?

By Smriti Dey

January 4, 2024

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Do you love pickles but hate the tedious process of making them? Try these hacks to make the pickling process easy and quick like never before. Enjoy homemade pickles without much hassle.

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Microwave Pickles

For a speedy pickle process, microwave thinly sliced vegetables with pickling liquid for a few minutes. This method is perfect for when you need pickles in an instant.

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Use Pickling Spices

Use ready spices! These typically include mustard seeds, coriander, dill, and other aromatic spices that infuse your pickles with complexity.

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Fresh Herbs

You can experiment with different herb combinations for unique flavours. Try adding fresh herbs like dill, thyme, or rosemary to your pickling jars for a burst of aroma. 

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Ice Water Bath

Avoid overcooking in the process of pickling. Plunge just-pickled veggies into an ice water bath to rapidly cool them. Keep them crispy and perfect!

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Brine Ratio Matters

You need to maintain a good balance of brine ingredients. There is no shortcut to this. 

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Readymade Refrigerator Pickles

Simply pack your veggies into jars, cover with pickling liquid, and refrigerate. Quick, easy and perfect!

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Reuse Pickling Liquid

Don't discard the leftover pickling liquid. It is a tangy addition to dressings and marinades.

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