Description
Pickled okra is a zesty, crunchy delight that elevates any meal or snack. This vibrant green treat is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, thanks to the tangy vinegar brine and aromatic spices. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a unique garnish for cocktails, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your friends and family while adding a refreshing twist to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh okra
- 1 cup white vinegar (5% acidity)
- 1 cup filtered water
- 4 tablespoons non-iodized salt (kosher or canning salt)
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
Instructions
- Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, and salt; heat until dissolved and let it come to a gentle boil.
- Pack fresh okra pods vertically in each jar with garlic cloves and dill.
- Add red pepper flakes to each jar based on desired heat level.
- Pour hot brine over okra, leaving half an inch of headspace before sealing with lids.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating; allow at least two days for flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 9
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg