Delicious Pickled Mostaccioli Recipe

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Delicious Pickled Mostaccioli Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 16, 2024

Do you love tangy and spicy flavors? Then you must try this unique pickled mostaccioli recipe. It combines the flavors of pickling spices with tender mostaccioli pasta for a refreshing and satisfying dish. This recipe is perfect as a side dish or even as a main course for all pasta lovers. Prepare this dish in just a few simple steps and impress your guests with its complex flavors. Get ready to enjoy the tangy, spicy, and pickled goodness of pickled mostaccioli!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound mostaccioli pasta
  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pickling salt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 tablespoon peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dill seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced

Directions

  1. Cook the mostaccioli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, pickling salt, mustard seeds, peppercorns, coriander seeds, red pepper flakes, dill seeds, turmeric powder, garlic, onion, and bell peppers.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked mostaccioli pasta to the pot and stir well to coat it with the pickling mixture.
  5. Remove from heat and let the pickled mostaccioli cool to room temperature.
  6. Transfer the pickled mostaccioli to airtight containers and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
  7. Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy it as a main course with a fresh green salad.

Interesting Facts

  • The word 'mostaccioli' originated from the Italian language and refers to a type of tube-shaped pasta.
  • Pickling is a preservation method that can enhance flavors and extend the shelf life of food.
  • The pickling spices used in this recipe add a distinct tangy and spicy taste to the mostaccioli pasta.
  • Pickled mostaccioli can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, allowing you to enjoy its flavors over time.