Pickled Green Tomatoes are a zesty and flavorful treat, adding a tangy crunch to sandwiches, salads, or as a standalone snack. This recipe combines fresh green tomatoes with a brine infused with vinegar, garlic, and spices, creating a perfect balance of sour, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. With the option to add a bit of heat from red pepper flakes and a hint of freshness from dill, these pickled tomatoes are a great addition to your pantry or refrigerator. Best of all, they’re easy to make and are ready to enjoy in just a few days!
Ingredients:
- 900 g green tomatoes, cut into wedges or slices
- 240 ml white vinegar (5% acidity)
- 240 ml water
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 60 g kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 bay leaves
- Fresh dill sprigs (optional, for flavor)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Brine:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and kosher salt.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
- Pack the Jars:
- In clean, sterilized jars, place the green tomato wedges or slices.
- Add the crushed garlic, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, red pepper flakes (if using), bay leaves, and fresh dill sprigs (if using).
- Pour the Brine:
- Carefully pour the warm brine over the tomatoes in the jars, covering the tomatoes completely.
- Ensure there is approximately 1 cm (1/2 inch) of space left at the top.
- Seal and Refrigerate:
- Cap the jars with their lids and allow them to cool down to room temperature.
- Refrigerate the pickles for at least 3 days to allow the flavors to develop.
- For the best flavor, wait 5 days before enjoying.
- Serve:
- Once pickled to your liking, enjoy the pickled green tomatoes on sandwiches, salads, or as a flavorful snack.
Conclusion:
These Pickled Green Tomatoes are a deliciously tangy and crunchy treat that bring a unique twist to traditional pickles. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy the satisfying flavor of homemade pickled tomatoes, perfect as a condiment or snack. Enjoy the burst of flavor they bring to any dish!
Quick and Tangy Pickled Green Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 900 g green tomatoes cut into wedges or slices
- 240 ml white vinegar 5% acidity
- 240 ml water
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 60 g kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and crushed
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 2 bay leaves
- Fresh dill sprigs optional, for flavor
Instructions
Prepare the Brine:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and kosher salt.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
Pack the Jars:
- In clean, sterilized jars, place the green tomato wedges or slices.
- Add the crushed garlic, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, red pepper flakes (if using), bay leaves, and fresh dill sprigs (if using).
Pour the Brine:
- Carefully pour the warm brine over the tomatoes in the jars, covering the tomatoes completely.
- Ensure there is approximately 1 cm (1/2 inch) of space left at the top.
Seal and Refrigerate:
- Cap the jars with their lids and allow them to cool down to room temperature.
- Refrigerate the pickles for at least 3 days to allow the flavors to develop.
- For the best flavor, wait 5 days before enjoying.
Serve:
- Once pickled to your liking, enjoy the pickled green tomatoes on sandwiches, salads, or as a flavorful snack.