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Flavorful Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe with Vidalia Onion

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A quick and easy homemade bread and butter pickle recipe featuring sweet Vidalia onions, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups thinly sliced Kirby cucumbers (or pickling cucumbers)
  • 1 large Vidalia onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups white vinegar (5% acidity)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons pickling salt (or kosher salt)
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 3–4 whole cloves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers and onions into thin, uniform slices using a mandoline or sharp knife (approx. 10 minutes).
  2. Toss the cucumber and onion slices with 2 tablespoons of pickling salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix well and let sit for 1 hour, tossing occasionally to draw out excess water.
  3. Drain and rinse the salted cucumbers and onions thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups white vinegar, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon celery seeds, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, and 3-4 whole cloves (optional). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves (approx. 5-7 minutes).
  5. Place the drained cucumber and onion slices into clean glass jars or a large bowl. Pour the hot brine over the vegetables, ensuring they are completely submerged. Let cool to room temperature (approx. 15 minutes).
  6. Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before tasting; flavors improve after 2-3 days. Pickles keep well for up to 3 weeks refrigerated.

Notes

For crunchier pickles, do not skip the salting step. Toast mustard seeds lightly before adding to the brine for enhanced aroma. Keep pickles submerged in brine to avoid browning or sogginess. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating; flavor improves after 2-3 days. For shelf-stable pickles, process jars in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.

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