Pickled Green Beans

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add green beans and blanch for 2-3 minutes, or until bright green and tender-crisp.
3. Remove green beans from boiling water and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
4. In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, and peppercorns.
5. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
7. Place green beans in a clean jar and pour pickling liquid over top.
8. Seal jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 50
• Fat: 0g
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tangy and flavorful
• Crisp and crunchy texture
• Perfect for appetizers, side dishes, or salads

User Comments:

• "These pickled green beans are so addictive! The perfect sour, sweet, and crunchy treat."
• "I love using these pickled green beans in my salads. They add a burst of flavor and brightness."
• "These are the best pickled green beans I've ever had. They're so flavorful and easy to make."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, firm green beans for best results.
• Make sure to blanch the green beans thoroughly to stop the cooking process and prevent them from becoming mushy.
• If you don't have a jar, you can also store the pickled green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Pickled green beans will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.