Description
Annie’s Sweet Amish Pickles are a delightful blend of crisp, sweet, and tangy, embodying a centuries-old tradition of Amish pickling with a touch of modern flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 Freshly Harvested Medium Cucumbers
- 1 Cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon of Kosher Salt
- 1 Tablespoon of Mustard Seeds
- 1 Teaspoon of Celery Seeds
For the Brine:
- 2 Cups of Water
- 1 Cup of White Vinegar
- 1 Cup of Dark Brown Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon of Whole Cloves
- 1 Tablespoon of Allspice Berries
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
Optional Garnish:
- Dill Sprigs
- Thinly Sliced Red Onion
Instructions
- Begin by meticulously washing the cucumbers. Trim off the ends and slice them into your preferred pickle form – be it spears, slices, or coins. Strive for consistent sizes to ensure the flavors are evenly absorbed.
- Heat the water, white vinegar, dark brown sugar, cloves, allspice berries, and cinnamon stick in a sizable saucepan. Bring to a low boil, making sure the sugar is fully dissolved, then let cool to room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, lay out the cucumber pieces and evenly coat them with kosher salt. Gently toss and let them stand for an hour. This step is crucial for drawing out moisture, which helps in achieving that desired crunch in your pickles.
- In a different bowl, blend the apple cider vinegar with granulated sugar, mustard seeds, and celery seeds until the sugar dissolves completely.
- After rinsing the salt off the cucumbers, place them in clean, sterilized jars. Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers, ensuring they are completely submerged, then add the cooled spiced brine.
- Introduce a few sprigs of dill and slices of red onion into each jar for an additional layer of flavor. Secure the jars tightly and shake them gently to mix the contents well.
- Store the jars in a cool, dark place for at least a week to let the flavors fuse and develop. This waiting period is crucial for the pickles to absorb the intricate blend of sweetness and tang.
- Upon opening, your Sweet Homemade Pickles will showcase a crisp texture and a symphony of spices, celebrating the rich tradition of pickle-making.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Pickles
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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