The goal this weekend is to use up or put up produce that is piling up from the CSA (Community Supported Architecture). Next up, Hakurei turnips. I love Hakurei turnips. They are great in stir fries and raw in salads, and even just dipping in the old standby Ranch Dressing. But, these were piling up and I couldn't use them fast enough.
This simple pickled turn recipe uses the vinegar of your choice, salt, sugar, peppercorns, red pepper flakes, and any other herbs you have a hankering for. This time I kept it simple, just peppercorns and red pepper flakes. I used Louisberg Organic Apple Vinegar for my vinegar.
Just clean and slice the turnips, and pack in a jar. Mix the brine together and heat in the microwave just until the sugar and salt dissolve. Although I wasn't canning these, the canning funnel came in handy to pack the turnip slices in the jar and pour over the brine.
And that's it. Ready to snack on in a day or two. Keep in the fridge.
1 cup vinegar of your choice
1/2 cup water
2 T sugar (or to taste)
1 tsp salt
A few pepper corns
You could add red pepper flakes, pickling spice, herbs, coriander seeds, whatever flavors you like.
I actually found that I needed a bit more brine for a quart jar, so if you are using a quart jar, double the brine recipe.
Labels: Pickles and Condiments
