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Tangy Pickled Green Tomatoes Recipe with 2-Week Magic Brine

Pickled Green Tomatoes

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A tangy and crisp pickled green tomato recipe that preserves the fresh flavors of unripe tomatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs green tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup pickling salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 tbsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 4 sprigs fresh dill

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  2. In a pot, combine vinegar, water, pickling salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil.
  3. Pack tomato slices and garlic into sterilized jars.
  4. Add mustard seeds, peppercorns, red pepper flakes, and dill to each jar.
  5. Pour the hot brine over the tomatoes, leaving 1/2-inch headspace.
  6. Seal jars and process in a water bath for 10 minutes.
  7. Cool and store for at least 2 weeks before eating.

Notes

  • Use firm, unblemished green tomatoes.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

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