Pickled Okra

Name: Pickled Okra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh okra pods, trimmed; 4 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 tsp dill seeds; 1 tsp yellow mustard seeds; 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 1 cup water; 1 cup distilled white vinegar; 1 tbsp canning salt

Crisp whole okra pods steeped in a garlic, dill, and red pepper brine. A tangy Southern snack with a mild kick.

20 minEasyServes 815 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh okra pods, trimmed
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tsp dill seeds
1 tsp yellow mustard seeds
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup water
1 cup distilled white vinegar
1 tbsp canning salt

Instructions

1

Pack 1 lb trimmed fresh okra pods, 4 peeled garlic cloves, 1 tsp dill seeds, 1 tsp yellow mustard seeds, and 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes tightly into clean glass jars.
2

Combine 1 cup water, 1 cup distilled white vinegar, and 1 tbsp canning salt in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
3

Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and stir until the salt dissolves completely.
4

Ladle the hot brine over the okra, leaving a half inch of headspace at the top.
5

Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Questions

How long does Pickled Okra keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Pickled Okra?

Yes. As written it serves 8. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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