Description
Unleash the vibrant flavors of Vietnam right in your kitchen with this Vietnamese Vegetable Pickle Medley! It’s a simple, quick, and utterly delightful recipe that combines the crisp textures and tangy tastes of fresh vegetables with aromatic spices. Perfect as a refreshing side or a zesty snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small daikon radish, julienned
- 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix together the carrot, cucumber, daikon, and bell pepper.
- Prepare the Brine: In a saucepan, heat the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil.
- Add Flavor: Stir in the garlic, mustard seeds, and peppercorns. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Pickle: Pour the hot brine over the vegetables. Allow to cool to room temperature, then transfer to jars, ensuring vegetables are submerged.
- Chill: Seal jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
Notes
- Crunch Factor: For the best texture, use the freshest vegetables available.
- Flavor Twist: Add a slice of ginger or a few sprigs of fresh dill for an extra flavor kick.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve as a garnish on sandwiches, with grilled meats, or as part of a salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1750 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg