Asparagus Pickles

9 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
  • 6 dill sprigs
  • 1 quart distilled white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 12 dried red chile peppers, such as chiles de arbol
  • 12 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
  • 2 tablespoons mustard seeds

Directions

  1. 1
    Place the asparagus and dill in two 24-ounce containers or jars.
  2. 2
    In a large saucepan, combine the vinegar with 1 quart of water and the remaining ingredients.
  3. 3
    Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring to dissolve the salt and sugar.
  4. 4
    Let stand at room temperature until the brine is lukewarm.
  5. 5
    Pour over the asparagus, cover and refrigerate overnight for fresh pickles or 3 days for stronger pickles.

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