**Spicy Dill Zucchini Pickles: A Crunchy and Flavorful Summer Treat**
Zucchini pickles are a delicious and versatile way to preserve the summer's bounty. They're perfect for snacking, adding a tangy crunch to salads and sandwiches, or serving as a side dish at your next barbecue. This recipe for spicy dill zucchini pickles is easy to make and results in a crunchy, flavorful pickle that's sure to be a hit. The recipe also includes instructions for making three variations of the pickle: bread and butter pickles, sweet and sour pickles, and garlic dill pickles. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find a pickle that suits your taste.
ZUCCHINI DILL PICKLES
When the garden is overflowing with zucchini, pickle them and put them on burgers, sandwiches, or enjoy one by itself. Make sure to not skip the step of salting and then submerging them in ice water: It's the secret to long-lasting snap.
Provided by Greg Lofts
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegan Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss zucchini with 2 tablespoons salt; let stand 20 minutes. Cover with ice and water, weighting down with a plate, if necessary, to keep zucchini fully submerged. Let stand 1 hour. Drain in a colander; rinse to remove excess salt. Pack zucchini and dill into a 4-cup-capacity or two 2-cup-capacity jars.
- In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar; 2/3 cup water; mustard, cumin, and celery seeds; garlic; jalapeño; sugar; and 1 tablespoon salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Carefully pour into jar with zucchini and dill. Top with more vinegar, if necessary. (Liquid should fully submerge zucchini mixture and reach about 1/2 inch from top.) Let cool completely, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use, up to 1 month or try canning with our helpful instructions.
ZUCCHINI DILL PICKLES
Provided by Kevin West
Categories Side Low Fat Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Spice Zucchini Summer Healthy Vegan Dill Coriander Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- If using 4" zucchini, halve lengthwise. If using 8" zucchini, halve crosswise, then quarter lengthwise. Place in a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons salt and 4 cups ice. Add cold water to cover. Top with a plate to keep submerged. Let sit for 2 hours. Drain; rinse.
- Divide dill sprigs and next 6 ingredients between 2 clean, hot 1-quart jars; set aside.
- Bring vinegar, sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons salt, and 1 1/4 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan. Working in batches, add zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until khaki in color and slightly pliable, about 2 minutes. Using tongs, transfer zucchini to jars.
- Divide hot syrup between jars to cover zucchini, leaving 1/2" space on top. Wipe rims, seal, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Allow at least a week to pickle before eating.
SPICY DILL PICKLES
These pickles are NOT for the faint of heart. The brine will give you a nice kick. Perfect for burgers and hoagies. If you like pickled peppers, the same recipe can be used with peppers instead of pickles! They keep in the refrigerator for a few months.
Provided by Stephanie Mayes
Time P1DT50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Inspect a quart-sized canning jar for cracks. Immerse in simmering water until brine is ready. Wash a new, unused lid and ring in warm soapy water.
- Combine water, vinegar, habanero peppers, garlic, serrano pepper, sugar, salt, peppercorns, pickling spice, and red pepper flakes in a pot and bring to a simmer.
- Remove pot from the burner and let the liquid cool to a warm enough temperature to handle, but not to room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes; you want the heat so it will soak into the veggies.
- Place cucumbers and dill in the canning jar. Ladle the warm brine into the jar until cucumbers are covered and brine is near the top of the jar. Let cool to room temperature, 15 to 20 more minutes. Seal jar and place in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 days before eating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3499 mg, Sugar 10 g
SPICY DILL PICKLES
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 47m
Yield 6 pints of pickles
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the cucumbers in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Sterilize 6 pint-sized jars and 6 lids in a hot water bath according to the manufacturer's instructions. Divide the dill, onions, garlic, peppers and peppercorns among the jars. Drain the cucumbers and tightly pack into the jars.
- Bring a large pot or canner of water to a boil.
- In a medium pot, combine the vinegar, water, salt, and sugar, and bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes to dissolve the salt and sugar.
- Pour the hot liquid over the cucumbers, leaving a 1/2-inch of headspace at the top of each jar. Tap the jars on the counter to dispel any air bubbles, cover with lids and rings, and seal tightly. Place the jars in the pot or canner of boiling water and process for 15 minutes. Remove carefully with tongs and when cool, store in a cool, dry place for at least 3 weeks before opening.
ZUCCHINI PICKLES
Preserve garden-fresh zucchini for longer by making crunchy zucchini pickles. -Susan Court, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield about 4 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine zucchini and onions in a large bowl; sprinkle with canning salt and cover with cold water. Let stand 2 hours; rinse and drain., In a large saucepan, bring remaining ingredients to a boil. Pour over zucchini and onions; cover and let stand 2 hours., Transfer to a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Carefully ladle hot mixture into 4 hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars in canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SPICY ZUCCHINI REFRIGERATOR PICKLES
These kicky pickles are the perfect way to use up some of summer's zucchini bounty. Garlicky, dill-y, and a good touch of heat thanks to red pepper flakes. Plus, they're so easy. SO. Easy.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash and dry a pint-sized glass jar with airtight lid. I used a Weck jar.
- Cut the zucchini into 1/4-inch slices. Place in jar along with the cloves of garlic. You might have to do a little squeezing and pushing to get them all in there.
- Add the vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, peppercorns, mustard seeds, and salt to a small saucepan. Set it over medium heat and bring just to a boil.
- Remove from heat and carefully pour over zucchinis and garlic in the jar. Top with dill, immersing it as much as possible. Place the lid on the jar and refrigerate for 24 hours.
- Open and serve.
- These keep 7-10 days in the fridge (that's as long as I've had them before they were all gone); but some sources say refrigerator pickles can last up to a month or more.
HOT AND SPICY ZUCCHINI PICKLES
From yahoo group files "These perky pickles are crisp and tangy, with a little punch. Add them to a crudités platter to liven up the party, or serve alongside a simple sandwich."
Provided by dicentra
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 pints
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim ends from zucchini and cut into 4 x 1/2 x 1/2" sticks, or the length that will fit in jars allowing for 1" headspace, discarding any pieces that are just the interior seed portion.
- In a large non reactive bowl, layer zucchini, ice cubes and salt, using about 1/3 of each layer. Add cold water to cover by about 1". Place a plate on top to weigh down zucchini. Cover and let stand at a cool room temperature for 3 hours.
- Meanwhile prepare jars, lids and bands.
- In a colander, working in batches, drain zucchini well and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often until sugar is dissolved. Boil for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low and keep liquid hot.
- Working with one jar at a time, pack zucchini and 1/6 of the hot pepper strips into each prepared jar, leaving 1" headspace.
- Add 1 bay leaf and 1/2 tsp mustard seeds. Pour in hot pickling liquid, leaving a 1/2" headspace. Check for air bubbles and adjust headspace if needed by adding more pickling liquid.
- Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Adjust time according to your altitude.
Tips:
- Select firm and fresh zucchini for the pickles to ensure a crisp texture.
- Use a mandoline or sharp knife to achieve uniform and thin zucchini slices for even pickling.
- Soaking the zucchini slices in salt water helps draw out excess moisture and enhances the pickling process.
- Toasting the mustard seeds and coriander seeds adds a warm and nutty flavor to the pickles.
- Adding red pepper flakes or chili peppers provides a spicy kick to the pickles, adjust the amount according to your preference.
- Use a clean and sterilized jar to store the pickles, ensuring proper sealing to maintain quality and prevent spoilage.
Conclusion:
Spicy dill zucchini pickles are a delightful and versatile condiment that can elevate various dishes. They offer a delightful balance of spicy, tangy, and herbaceous flavors, making them a perfect accompaniment to sandwiches, burgers, salads, and even cheese and charcuterie boards. The pickling process not only preserves the zucchini but also infuses it with a unique flavor profile, making it a delicious and tangy treat. Whether you enjoy them as a crunchy snack or as a flavorful addition to your meals, these pickles are sure to add a zesty touch to your culinary creations. Experiment with different spice levels and variations to suit your taste preferences and enjoy the homemade goodness of these spicy dill zucchini pickles.
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