Piccallie

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Ingredients

  • 2 2/3 kg vegetables (Cauliflower Sprigs, Baby Onions, Cucumber or Gherkin, Baby Green Tomatoes, Runner beans, etc)
  • 1 1/4 liters white vinegar (2 pints)
  • 450 g salt
  • 40 g cornflour or 40 g plain flour
  • 160 g sugar
  • 25 g dry mustard
  • 25 g ground ginger
  • 15 g turmeric

Instructions

  1. Clean and prepare the vegetables.
  2. Spread the vegetables over a large dish and sprinkle with the salt.
  3. Place a plate on top of the vegetables and weigh it down, leave in a cool place for 24 hours.
  4. Drain, wash and rinse the vegetables.
  5. Place most of the vinegar, the sugar and spices into a large saucepan, heat gently until the sugar has dissolved.
  6. Add the vegetables and simmer gently until the required texture is attained, the vegetables should be crispy and not overcooked.
  7. (The level of crispiness depends on personal choice, the vegetables will soften further after pickling).
  8. Mix the flour with the remaining vinegar and add to the saucepan.
  9. Bring to the boil and simmer gently for 2 - 3 minutes to cook the flour.
  10. Pot and seal.
  11. Leave for 6 - 8 weeks to allow the flavour to mature.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

204 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 2.1g 3% DV
Carbs 44g 16% DV
Fiber 11.6g 41% DV
Sugar 2.6g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9821.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1027mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 278mcg 31% DV
Vitamin C 17mg 19% DV
Calcium 118.8mg 9% DV
Iron 19.4mg 100% DV

* % 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).

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