Pickled Asparagus Recipe

Name: Pickled Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cloves garlic, sliced; 15 allspice berries; 30 black peppercorns; 20 coriander seeds; 5 pieces mace or 5 pieces nutmeg; ½ teaspoon hot pepper flakes (optional); 3 lbs asparagus, trimmed to fit into 12-ounce jelly jars; 2 ½ cups white wine vinegar; 2 ½ cups water; 2 ½ teaspoons pickling salt; 2 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

1
Divide the garlic, allspice, peppercorns, coriander, mace or nutmeg, and pepper flakes (if you're using them) among 5,12-ounce jelly jars.
2
Pack the asparagus vertically in the jars, tips down or up.
3
In a nonreactive saucepan, bring to a boil the vinegar, water, salt, and sugar, stirring to dissolve the salt and sugar.
4
Pour the hot liquid over the asparagus, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
5
Close the jars with hot two-piece caps.
6
Process the jars for 10 minutes in a boiling-water bath, or pasteurize the jars for 30 minutes in water heated to 180 to 185 F.
7
Store the cooled jars in a cool, dry, dark place for at least 3 weeks before eating the asparagus.

362

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cloves garlic, sliced, 15 allspice berries, 30 black peppercorns, 20 coriander seeds, and more.

Yes, Pickled Asparagus 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pickled Asparagus

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