Quick and Tangy Pickled Green Tomatoes
Tangy, crunchy pickled green tomatoes with garlicand spices, ideal as a snack or topping for salads and sandwiches.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Resting Time 5 days d
Total Time 5 days d 20 minutes mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine American, Southern-inspired
- 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
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.
Keyword pickled green tomatoes