Lime Pickle Recipe

Name: Lime Pickle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups olive oil; 1 tbsp cumin seeds; 1 tbsp black peppercorns; 1 tbsp coriander seeds; 1 tbsp crushed hot red pepper; 10 limes, washed and cut into quarters; 3 tbsp fine sea salt; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tsp ground ginger; A few whole cloves; 2 bay leaves; Two 1 qt (1 liter) glass canning jars

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups olive oil
1 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tbsp crushed hot red pepper
10 limes, washed and cut into quarters
3 tbsp fine sea salt
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tsp ground ginger
A few whole cloves
2 bay leaves
Two 1 qt (1 liter) glass canning jars

1
Heat the oil in a saucepan until very hot but not smoking.
2
Remove from the heat and set aside to let cool completely.
3
Coarsely crush the cumin seeds, peppercorns, and coriander seeds with a mortar and pestle.
4
Mix in the hot pepper.
5
Put the limes in a shallow bowl and sprinkle with the ground spices.
6
Add the salt, garlic, ginger, cloves, and bay leaves and stir well.
7
Let stand for 30 minutes.
8
Have ready two hot, sterilized, 1qt (1 liter) glass canning jars with lids.
9
Divide the limes among the jars and add cooled oil to cover.
10
Cover each jar with cheesecloth.
11
Place in a sunny place (or near a warm stove); let stand for 6 days, stirring each day.
12
Cover each jar with its lid.
13
Store in a cool, dark place for at least 4 weeks to develop the flavors and soften the rinds.
14
The pickle can be stored up to 6 months, although the color may change.
15
Refrigerate after opening.
16
Variation:
17
You can make similar pickles using lemons or oranges instead of limes.

1530

kcal

Calories

151

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups olive oil, 1 tbsp cumin seeds, 1 tbsp black peppercorns, 1 tbsp coriander seeds, and more.

Yes, Lime Pickle falls under the General 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.

Lime Pickle

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