This pickled zucchini recipe is a great way to preserve your summer zucchini harvest and add a burst of tangy flavor to your meals. The combination of vinegar, sugar, and spices creates a delicious pickling liquid that perfectly complements the fresh zucchini slices.
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon celery seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, garlic, mustard seeds, celery seeds, salt, and black peppercorns. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Add the zucchini slices to the boiling liquid and cook for 1-2 minutes, until slightly softened.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the zucchini cool in the liquid for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the zucchini and pickling liquid to a clean glass jar. Let it cool to room temperature.
- Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving. Enjoy your homemade pickled zucchini!
Interesting Facts
Pickled zucchini can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
You can customize the pickling spices to suit your taste preferences.
Pickled zucchini can be served as a side dish, added to sandwiches, or chopped up and used in salads.