
Preserves
Pickling Cucumbers for Winter
30 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.
Description
A simple way to prepare ahead. Put the cucumbers and spices in jars. Pour boiling water over them and sterilize for 5 minutes. Store in a cool place. The preserve is ready for winter storage.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1

Prepare the cucumbers, spices, and herbs. Wash everything.
- 2
Step 2

Wash the cucumbers and trim off the ends.
- 3
Step 3

Peel the garlic and cut into pieces.
- 4
Step 4

Into a sterile jar, place at the bottom a couple of cherry, blackcurrant, dill, and parsley leaves, one horseradish leaf, and garlic.
- 5
Step 5

Pack down the cucumbers. Sprinkle salt and sugar.
- 6
Step 6

Pour boiling water over it.
- 7
Step 7

Carefully place the jar in boiling water and sterilize it for 5 minutes. Then pour in the vinegar and seal the jar. Turn the jar upside down until it has completely cooled.