Pickled Okra

Molly53's Note:

Okra is the green vegetable that gives gumbo it's rich flavor. This recipe for pickled okra is uncomplicated and produces a tasty accompaniment for meats and poultry. If you live over 1000 feet in elevation, add five minutes of processing time. From an old newspaper clipping.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 2 jars

• 2 cups cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons mustard seeds
• 2 tablespoons dill seeds
• 2 tablespoons celery seeds
• 1 tablespoon salt (non-iodized)
• ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (Tabasco or other Louisiana-style sauce preferred)
• 1 lb okra
• 2 garlic cloves

Directions:

1. Combine first six ingredients together in a large saucepan; bring to the boil and simmer for ten minutes.
2. Cut stem ends off okra and place in sterilized 12 ounce jars.
3. Add a garlic clove to each jar.
4. Pour hot pickling solution over okra, leaving 1/2-inch head space (add additional vinegar if necessary).
5. Adjust lids and process for ten minutes in a boiling water bath.

Reviews

[Gen. Lee]

I tried the pickled okra, I did not have enough liquid to cover the okra and also should the seeds be tied up in a cheese cloth.