Homemade Pickled Garlic Recipe


If you’re a garlic lover, you’re in for a real treat. Pickled garlic not only tastes fantastic, but it’s also great for boosting your immune system. This easy-to-follow pickled garlic recipe will help you prepare a tangy and delicious condiment perfect for adding to salads, sandwiches, or even as a tasty snack on its own.

Ingredients:

  1. 2 cups of peeled garlic cloves
  2. 1 and 1/2 cups of apple cider vinegar
  3. 1/2 cup of water
  4. 1 teaspoon of pickling salt
  5. 1 teaspoon of sugar
  6. 1/2 teaspoon of black peppercorns
  7. 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
  8. 2 bay leaves

Instructions:

  1. Sterilize a pint-sized canning jar by boiling it in a large pot of water for 10 minutes.
  2. In a non-reactive saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, pickling salt, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the salt and sugar dissolve completely.
  3. Reduce heat to low and add the black peppercorns, red pepper flakes (if using), and bay leaves.
  4. Pack your peeled garlic cloves into the sterilized jar. Make sure to leave about a 1/2 inch of space from the rim.
  5. Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the garlic in the jar, making sure all the cloves are covered and the top space is maintained.
  6. Seal the jar with a new, sterilized lid and ring. Make sure it’s tight but not overly tightened.
  7. Process the jar in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust time for altitudes above 1,000 feet).
  8. Remove the jar using a jar lifter and place it on a kitchen towel away from drafts. You’ll likely hear a popping sound, which is a good sign – it means your jar has sealed correctly.
  9. Allow the jar to cool and sit for at least two weeks before opening. This will allow the flavors to fully develop.
  10. Once opened, store your pickled garlic in the refrigerator.

Enjoy this homemade pickled garlic as a tangy, healthy treat that adds a burst of flavor to any dish!

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