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Ingredients

  • ½ cup water, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons + ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 medium zucchini (about 500g), sliced 3mm thick
  • 1 small onion, sliced 3mm thick
  • 3 ice cubes
  • 2 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons ground mustard
  • 1½ teaspoons mustard seed
  • ¾ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ jalapeno chilli (or more if you prefer), finely sliced

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Vegetarian Vegan Preserves Summer

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Spicy refrigerator Zucchini Pickle

spicy refrigerator zucchini pickle

Method

  • In a small bowl, stir together the water and salt until the salt has dissolved
  • Place the zucchini and onion into a zip lock freezer bag
  • Add the water and salt solution, the ice cubes, and additional cold water to cover the zucchini and onions
  • Stir to combine
  • Seal the bag and allow to sit for 1 hour
  • Meanwhile, combine the vinegar, sugar, mustards, turmeric and sliced chilli in a small saucepan over medium heat
  • Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to be sure that the sugar dissolves, then remove from the heat and set aside
  • Drain the zucchini mixture in a colander and remove all excess moisture, either by putting it through a salad spinner or rolling it up in a clean kitchen towel lined with paper towels
  • Place the zucchini mixture in a large jar (or multiple smaller jars) and pour the pickling liquid over top, ensuring that all the zucchini mixture is covered in liquid
  • Place the lid on the jar and refrigerate for at least 1 day before serving
  • The pickles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 months