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Flavorful Honeyed Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe Easy Homemade with Turmeric and Mustard Seed

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These honeyed bread and butter pickles with turmeric and mustard seed offer a balanced blend of sweet, tangy, and warm spice flavors. They are simple to make, using pantry staples, and perfect for adding a bright crunch to sandwiches, BBQs, or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Kirby or pickling cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup (120 ml) honey (wildflower preferred)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup (120 ml) water
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds (yellow or brown)
  • ½ teaspoon ground celery seed (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon kosher or pickling salt

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 4 medium Kirby cucumbers and 1 medium yellow onion to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  2. Place the sliced cucumbers and onions into a large bowl and sprinkle 1 tablespoon kosher salt over them. Toss gently and set aside for 30 minutes.
  3. After 30 minutes, rinse the veggies under cold water to remove excess salt, then drain well.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup apple cider vinegar, ½ cup water, and ½ cup honey. Add 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, ½ teaspoon celery seed (optional), and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Whisk gently to blend.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until honey dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
  6. Drain the cucumbers and onions thoroughly, then transfer them to clean glass jars or airtight containers.
  7. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the veggies, ensuring they are fully submerged. Use a spoon to press down gently to remove air pockets if needed.
  8. Let the jars cool to room temperature uncovered, then seal with lids and refrigerate.
  9. Chill for at least 24 hours before eating for best flavor, though they can be tried after a few hours.

Notes

Use a mandoline slicer for even thin slices to ensure crisp texture. Rinse salted cucumbers and onions well to avoid overly salty pickles. Keep heat low when dissolving honey to prevent bitterness. Mustard seeds release flavor best with gentle simmering. Turmeric can stain surfaces, so clean utensils promptly. For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Variations include adding red pepper flakes for heat or fresh herbs like dill or thyme for extra flavor.

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