Hot Method Cucumber Pickling
Description
Homemade preserves keep well for a long time. With this method of pickling cucumbers, the final product turns out very high quality. The cucumbers are crisp, tender, and moderately salty—a wonderful appetizer to go with the main course. It is also worth noting that hot-method cucumber pickling at home is not difficult. Store in a cool, dark place.
Instructions
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Step 1
Dissolve the salt in a liter of water. Prepare boiling brine.
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Step 2
Place the washed cucumbers, spices, herbs, and sliced garlic in clean jars. Pour in boiling water, cover with sterilized lids, and let stand for 3 minutes. Remove the lids, cover the jars with cheesecloth (secure it with a rubber band), and drain off the water. Then repeat the same steps, but this time let the jars stand for 5–6 minutes.
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Step 3
Drain the water. Pour in the boiling brine prepared earlier. Use 40 grams of salt per 1 liter of water. Seal the jars and turn them upside down until completely cooled. Then store in a cool pantry.
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Step 4
The preparation is ready. Store in a cool place.