Continental · 1 jar

Cauliflower Pickle

Sweet-sour and crunchy. Two days in the fridge and it's ready.

25 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cauliflower, in florets
  • 50g shallots
  • 1/4 cup salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp mustard seeds, powdered
  • 2 tsp chilli powder
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup water

Method

  1. Toss the cauliflower and shallots with salt and leave overnight.
  2. Drain and rinse in cold water. This step is what keeps them crisp.
  3. Combine the sugar, turmeric, mustard, cloves and chilli in a jar, then the vinegar and water.
  4. Vegetables in, stirred well. Two days at room temperature, then refrigerate.

Questions people ask about Cauliflower Pickle

How long does Cauliflower Pickle take?

About 25 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. Most of that is active, so read the method through before you start rather than chopping as you go.

What is the one thing to get right in Cauliflower Pickle?

Drain and rinse in cold water. This step is what keeps them crisp.

Can I make Cauliflower Pickle ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Cauliflower Pickle vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

How long does home-made cauliflower pickle keep?

Months, as long as the jar is bone dry, the oil or brine covers everything, and no wet spoon ever goes in. Keep it out of direct sunlight.

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