With its vibrant orange hue and naturally sweet flavor, pumpkin is a versatile vegetable that can be transformed into a variety of delectable dishes. While often associated with fall and Halloween festivities, pumpkin's culinary potential extends well beyond the traditional pumpkin pie. One delightful way to enjoy pumpkin's unique flavor is through sweet pumpkin pickles. These pickled treats offer a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, making them a delightful accompaniment to a variety of dishes from savory meats to tangy cheeses. Whether you're a pickle enthusiast or simply seeking a new and exciting way to enjoy pumpkin, this article will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration needed to craft the perfect batch of sweet pumpkin pickles.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET REFRIGERATOR PICKLES
These homemade pickles are easy to make and can be eaten 1 day later. They last up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Provided by globalkitchen
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time P1DT1h55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine cucumber slices and salt in a heatproof bowl and set aside for 90 minutes.
- Place cucumbers in a sieve and wash well under running cold water. Drain well, return cucumbers to the bowl, and add onion.
- Combine white sugar, white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and stir to dissolve sugar, about 3 minutes. Pour liquid over cucumbers and let stand for 1 hour at room temperature.
- Transfer cucumbers and liquid to a container with a tight-fitting lid, cover, and refrigerate for 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 877.4 mg, Sugar 22.4 g
SUMMERTIME SWEET PICKLES
This easy recipe gives you a great way to save a bountiful crop of cukes! Your fresh cucumbers will taste great this way. This classic method is popular with all age groups.
Provided by LIZ1888
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time 21h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small saucepan at medium-high heat, combine cider vinegar, salt, sugar, tumeric and mustard seed. Bring to a boil and let cook for 5 more minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice cucumbers and onion. Loosely pack the vegetables in a 1-quart canning jar or other similarly sized container. Pour hot liquid over the vegetables in the container. Refrigerate for 24 hours and enjoy! Keep refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 6.1 mg, Sugar 27.5 g
BEST EVER SWEET PICKLES
I pack away homegrown cucumbers every summer. This recipe is based on the pickled veggies in Brown Eggs and Jam Jars by Aimee Wimbush-Bourque, but I've made it less mustardy and more garlicky to fit my family's tastes. This method keeps them incredibly, refreshingly crunchy. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Taste of Home Digital Deputy Editor
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 pints.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large nonreactive bowl, combine cucumbers, onion and salt. Cover with crushed ice and mix well. Let stand 3 hours. Drain; rinse and drain thoroughly., In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, water, vinegars, mustard seed, celery seed and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add cucumber mixture; return to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until heated through., Carefully ladle hot mixture into 4 hot wide-mouth 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Add 3 garlic cloves and 1 bay leaf to each jar. Remove air bubbles and, if necessary, adjust headspace by adding hot pickling liquid. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PICKLED PUMPKIN
Cubes of pickled pumpkin make a tasty addition to any meal, according to Myra Innes of Auburn, Kansas. "We like to have this side dish as part of our Thanksgiving feast," she tells. "The recipe's a great way to use up any extra pumpkins you might have on hand," she adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add pumpkin, vinegar and cloves. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until pumpkin is tender. Discard cloves. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PUMPKIN PICKLE
Make your own Christmas hamper and be sure to add this seasonal pumpkin pickle. It can be served with cold meats, cheese or a slice of pork pie
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Condiment
Time 40m
Yield Makes 3 x 400g jars
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the prepared pumpkin in a bowl and sprinkle over 2 tbsp sea salt. Toss well, cover and leave at room temperature for 24 hrs.
- Sterilise your jars before you start (see tip, below). Drain and rinse the pumpkin, then tip into a large pan. Add the onion, apple pieces, mustard, coriander and nigella seeds, the sugar, vinegar and bay leaves. Pour 200ml water over everything, then put on a medium heat and bring to a simmer. Put a lid on the pan, leaving a gap for steam to escape, turn the heat up to medium-high and cook for 8 mins.
- Use a cup to scoop out some liquid from the pan and mix 50ml with the turmeric and flour in a small bowl to make a smooth paste. Add a little more of the liquid, mixing well to remove any lumps, until the paste becomes runny, then pour into the pan, and add the ginger and chilli. Simmer for another 5 mins, uncovered, stirring until thickened and the squash has softened but still retains some bite.
- Carefully fill your sterilised jars with the pickle while it's still hot, pressing the chunks of squash down into the liquid to expel air pockets, then pop on the lid. Will keep in a cool, dark place for up to a year. Once opened, store in the fridge and eat within a month. Best served after being left to mature for a month or more, but can be eaten straightaway.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 13 calories, Fat 0.1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 0.2 grams fiber, Protein 0.2 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
SWEET PUMPKIN PICKLES
Make and share this Sweet Pumpkin Pickles recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 3 pints
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place pumpkin cubes in a colander. Set over boiling water. Make sure water does not touch pumpkin. Cover and steam until just tender, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Drain.
- Simmer vinegar, sugar and cinnamon for 15 minutes. Add pumpkin and simmer for 3 minutes. Set aside for 24 hours.
- Heat and simmer 5 minutes more. Remove cinnamon sticks. Pack boiling hot in hot clean canning jars, leaving 1/2 inch headroom.
- Adjust lids and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Adjust time according to your altitude.Makes: 3 pints.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.8, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 10.3, Carbohydrate 149.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 137, Protein 2.3
Tips:
- Choose firm, ripe pumpkins for pickling.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the pumpkin into uniform pieces.
- Soak the pumpkin pieces in a salt water solution for at least 24 hours to remove excess moisture.
- Use a variety of spices and seasonings to flavor the pickle brine.
- Simmer the pumpkin pieces in the pickle brine until they are tender.
- Pack the pickled pumpkin into sterilized jars and seal them tightly.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for the recommended amount of time.
- Store the pickled pumpkin in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before eating.
Conclusion:
Sweet pumpkin 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. Pumpkin pickles are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making them a healthy addition to your diet. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a sweet pumpkin pickle recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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