In a PICKLE!

These jars of veg are great for adding flavour to any meal

MAKING PICKLES

Pickling is a method of preserving raw or quickly blanched vegetables and fruits in vinegar or alcohol (distilled spirits). Both liquids penetrate the ingredients, replacing the natural liquid, to prevent the growth of micro-organisms. For safety reasons, the amount of vinegar and sugar in a recipe should never be altered.

DIFFERENT STYLES OF PICKLES

Pickles can be as simple as vegetables packed into jars with vinegar; the resulting pickle will be crisp and sharp. Sugar and other fl avourings will balance acidity and add complexity. Chutney is a form of cooked pickle, where the vegetable tends to have a softer consistency and a more complex taste.

NOT ALL VINEGARS ARE CREATED EQUAL