Pear Pickles
Pear pickles offer a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, making them a perfect accompaniment for cheese platters, charcuterie, or as a condiment. The warm spices and ginger infuse the pears with complex aroma, appealing to those who enjoy homemade preserves with a zesty twist.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Boil the pears in clear water for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil the sugar, water, vinegar, ginger root, cinnamon sticks, allspice, and cloves in a bag to make the syrup.
- Drain the pears and place them in the vinegar mixture.
- Cook until the pears are tender.
- Pack the hot pears into sterilized jars.
- Process the jars in a hot water bath for 5 minutes.
- Seal the jars and let them cool.
- Store the jars in a dark place.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
308
kcal
15% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).