Branston Pickle Recipe

Name: Branston Pickle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 ounces carrots; 1 medium swede (rutabaga); 4 garlic cloves; 4 1/2 ounces dates; 1 medium cauliflower; 2 onions; 2 apples; 2 unpeeled zucchini; 15 sweet gherkins; 1/2 lb dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 fluid ounces lemon juice; 12 fluid ounces malt vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons mustard seeds; 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 3 dashes kitchen bouquet browning sauce, for colouring

Servings: persons

9 ounces carrots
1 medium swede (rutabaga)
4 garlic cloves
4 1/2 ounces dates
1 medium cauliflower
2 onions
2 apples
2 unpeeled zucchini
15 sweet gherkins
1/2 lb dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 fluid ounces lemon juice
12 fluid ounces malt vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons mustard seeds
2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
3 dashes kitchen bouquet browning sauce, for colouring

1
Cube the carrots and swede, and finely chop the garlic, dates, cauliflower, onions, apples, zucchini and gherkins.
2
Combine all the ingredients except the colouring in a large saucepan and bring to the boil; reduce the heat to a simmer.
3
Simmer until the swede is cooked through but still firm (about 11/2 to 2 hours).
4
Then add the liquid colouring until the colour is dark brown.
5
Spoon into warm sterilized jars and seal.
6
Leave for at least 3 weeks to let the flavours mature.

524

kcal

Calories

115

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 ounces carrots, 1 medium swede (rutabaga), 4 garlic cloves, 4 1/2 ounces dates, and more.

Yes, Branston Pickle falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Branston Pickle

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