Sun Pickles
Sun pickles are vibrant, sun-kissed fermented cucumbers infused with garlic, dill, hot peppers, and grape leaves, offering a tangy, spicy crunch. Perfect for summer snacking or adding zest to meals, they suit those who enjoy bold, homemade fermented vegetables with a touch of heat and herbal flavor.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring water and pickling salt to a boil; then set aside to cool.
- Prepare a brine with the cooled saltwater and vinegar.
- Add grapes leaves, dill seed or fresh dill, hot peppers, garlic, and cucumbers to a jar or fermentation vessel.
- Pour the cooled brine over the vegetables and herbs, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Cover and allow to ferment at room temperature for several days to weeks, tasting periodically.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
186
kcal
9% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).