Embark on a culinary journey of sweet and tangy delights with our comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect pear pickles. Discover the secret to transforming ordinary pears into extraordinary culinary treasures, bursting with vibrant flavors and tantalizing textures. Dive into the rich history of pear pickles, tracing their origins from ancient preservation techniques to their current status as a beloved delicacy enjoyed worldwide. Learn how to select the best pears, explore various pickling methods, and uncover the secrets of creating a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. Prepare to unlock the secrets of perfectly pickled pears, a treat that will elevate your meals and impress your taste buds.
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PICKLED PEARS
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Fruit Ginger Low Fat Vegetarian Low Cal Vinegar Pear Healthy Low Cholesterol Vegan Asian Pear Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except pear in a small saucepan. Add 1/2 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors. Remove from heat and let sit until warm.
- Place pear cubes in a 12-ounce jar with a tight-sealing lid. Add warm pickling liquid. Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes. Cover and chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 week ahead. Keep chilled.
PICKLED PEARS
A stylish and gorgeous treat, spooned out of the jar with a little of the syrup
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Side dish, Snack
Time 45m
Yield Makes enough to fill a 1-1.5 litre kilner jar
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pare the zest from the lemon or orange and put in a pan with the cloves, peppercorns, allspice berries, root ginger, lemon or orange juice, vinegar, cinnamon sticks and sugar. Stir over a gentle heat until the sugar has dissolved.
- Peel, core and halve the pears, then add to the pan and simmer for 15 mins, until the pears are tender. Remove the pears with a slotted spoon and put in a colander to drain. Meanwhile, increase the heat under the syrup and boil rapidly for 15 mins, until the syrup has reduced by about a third and slightly thickened.
- Pack the fruit into warmed jars and pour over the hot syrup to cover. Seal, label and store in a cool dry place for a month before using.
PEAR PICKLES
Make and share this Pear Pickles recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Pears
Time 19h20m
Yield 3 pints
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- As you prepare the pears add them to the fruit fresh bath.
- Tie pickling spice, cloves and ginger root in a spice bag.
- Prepare liquid by combining the spice bags, sugar, water, vinegar and lemon slices in a large stainless steel or enamel saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, cover and boil gently for 5 min.
- Transfer pears to pickling liquid to create a single layer.
- Cook 7 minutes.
- Remove and place in a large bowl.
- Repeat until all pears are cooked.
- When all the pears are cooked pour the pickling liquid over them.
- Cover and let stand 12-18 hours-in a cool place.
- Pack pears in clean hot jars-remove spice bags and bring liquid to a boil.
- Pour over pears leaving 1/2 inch head space.
- Seal and process 15 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet.
PICKLED PEARS
Make and share this Pickled Pears recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Pears
Time P1DT15m
Yield 3 pints
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Soak pears in water& fruit fresh/lemon juice to keep from browning.
- Tie pickling spice, ginger and cloves in a spice bag.
- Prepare liquid-combine spice bag, sugar, water, vinegar and lemon slices in a large stainless or enamel pot.
- Bring to a boil, cover and boil for 5 min.
- Add enough pears to create a single layer in liquid and poach for 7 min-drain with slotted spoon and place in a large bowl.
- Repeat until all pears are poached.
- Pour the liquid over poached pears, cover and let stand 18-24 hours in a cool spot.
- Remove pears and discard spice bag and lemons.
- Bring liquid to a boil.
- Pack pears into clean, hot jars.
- Pour boiling liquid to cover leaving 1/2 inch head space.
- Remove bubbles and seal.
- Process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1203, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 23.2, Carbohydrate 310.6, Fiber 29.2, Sugar 256.2, Protein 3.7
Tips for Making Pear Pickles:
- Choose firm, ripe pears for pickling. Underripe or overripe pears will not hold their shape well in the pickling process.
- Use a variety of spices and flavors to create your pear pickles. Common spices used in pear pickles include cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg. You can also add other fruits, such as apples or grapes, to the pickling mixture for a more complex flavor.
- Be patient! Pickling takes time. Allow your pear pickles to sit for at least two weeks before eating them. This will give the flavors time to develop and mellow.
Conclusion:
Pear pickles are a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They can be served as a side dish, used as a sandwich spread, or added to salads and other dishes. With a little time and effort, you can easily make your own pear pickles at home. So next time you're looking for a new pickle recipe, give pear pickles a try!
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