Pickling Cornichons
Description
I want to tell you how to pickle gherkin cucumbers at home. Preparing the cucumbers takes a little longer than simple cucumber canning. The cucumbers turn out crispy and aromatic. Happy cooking! The preserve is ready to store for winter.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Before pickling, the cucumbers should be washed, then covered with cold water for 4 hours. Chop the herbs, mix them, and distribute among clean jars.
- 2
Step 2
Wash the cucumbers and arrange them in jars, pour boiling water over them. Let stand for 15 minutes. Drain the water and put on the heat, adding 3 tbsp. of salt and 2 tbsp. of sugar to each three-liter jar. Pour the boiling brine over the cucumber jars again. Before pouring, add 3 tbsp. of vinegar to each jar. Leave the jars at room temperature for 24 hours.
- 3
Step 3
After 24 hours, drain the water and bring it to a boil again, adding a little more water. Put garlic in the jars and pour in boiling brine. Seal with lids, turn the jars upside down, and wrap them in a blanket. Once cooled, store in a cool place.