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Crispy Bread and Butter Pickles with Turmeric Brine

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A quick and easy homemade recipe for crispy bread and butter pickles featuring a unique turmeric brine that adds a warm, golden color and subtle earthiness. Perfect for snacking, picnics, and BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups thinly sliced cucumbers (about 3–4 medium cucumbers, preferably Kirby or pickling cucumbers)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Wash and thinly slice cucumbers (about 1/8 inch thick) and yellow onion similarly. Place both in a large bowl, sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt over them, and toss well. Let sit for 1 hour to draw out excess moisture.
  2. Drain cucumbers and onions into a colander and rinse under cold water to remove excess salt. Let drain completely.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, ground turmeric, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Carefully pack drained cucumbers and onions into sterilized glass jars, leaving about half an inch of headspace.
  5. Pour hot turmeric brine over cucumbers and onions in jars, ensuring everything is submerged. Leave a little space at the top.
  6. Screw on lids tightly and let jars cool to room temperature. Transfer to refrigerator once cooled.
  7. Pickles are ready after 24 hours but taste best after 3 days. Keep refrigerated and consume within 3-4 weeks.

Notes

Salting cucumbers and onions before pickling is key to keeping pickles crisp. Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices. Sterilize jars before use to extend shelf life. Let pickles rest at least 24 hours before eating for best flavor. Turmeric can stain hands and surfaces, handle with care.

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