Microwave Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe

These microwave bread and butter pickles are a simple and delicious way to enjoy the traditional tangy, sweet, and crunchy flavors of bread and butter pickles in just a fraction of the time. Made with cucumbers, onions, vinegar, sugar, and spices, this recipe yields crispy and flavorful pickles that can be enjoyed on sandwiches, burgers, or as a tasty snack. The best part is that they are ready to eat in just minutes thanks to the magic of the microwave.

Ingredients

• 4 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
• 1 cup thinly sliced onions
• 1 cup distilled white vinegar
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

Directions

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cucumbers, onions, vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric. Stir well to combine.
2. Cover the bowl loosely with a microwave-safe plate or plastic wrap.
3. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
4. Stir the pickles and microwave for another 5 minutes.
5. Let the pickles cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a clean, sterilized jar.
6. Cover the jar and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
7. These pickles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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