SPICY PICKLED PLUMS

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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Fruit     Plum     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 condiment servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb firm-ripe red or black plums
2 cups water
2 1/2 cups sugar
1 3/4 cups red-wine vinegar
3 dried chiles de árbol*
3 whole star anise
3 (1-inch) dried long peppers**, or 1 (3-inch) piece peeled fresh ginger cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Slit skin of each plum lengthwise from top to bottom with a sharp paring knife evenly around plum in 4 to 6 places, then put in a heatproof jar.
  • Bring water to a boil with remaining ingredients in a 3-quart nonreactive saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes.
  • Immediately pour pickling liquid over plums. Cool, uncovered, then chill, covered, at least 1 day.
  • Available at Latino markets and Chile Today-Hot Tamale (800-468-7377).
  • ** Available at Fauchon (212-308-5919).

Abolaji Jumoke
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Meh.


Imran kurdzada
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pickled plums turned out really sour. I guess I'll have to try again.


Marceline Biloa
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These pickled plums are a bit too spicy for my taste, but they're still pretty good.


Dmrito Das
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I'm not usually a fan of pickled foods, but these plums are an exception. They're so good!


Sham Dalal
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These pickled plums are a great way to use up extra plums. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Jayden Aldape
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I love the pop of color these pickled plums add to my dishes. They're also a great way to add a bit of sweetness and sourness.


Muhammad Fikri
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I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes, and these pickled plums definitely fit the bill. They're unique, flavorful, and easy to make.


alana addie
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These are the best pickled plums I've ever had! They're so sweet and sour, and the spices are just right.


Sita Bhusal
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I wasn't sure what to expect with these pickled plums, but I'm so glad I tried them! They're delicious. The pickling liquid is perfectly balanced, and the plums are still nice and crunchy.


Ngindu Kabamba
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These pickled plums are amazing! They're so flavorful and addictive. I can't stop eating them.


Amari Lindsay
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I love the spicy kick these plums have! They're the perfect addition to a cheese plate or charcuterie board. I also like to eat them on their own as a snack.


Shyam Patel
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These are so good! I've never had pickled plums before, but I'm definitely a fan now. They're the perfect combination of sweet, sour, and spicy. I could eat them all day long.


Mthulisi Shumba
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Yum! These pickled plums are the perfect snack or side dish. They're sweet, sour, and a little bit spicy. I love the way the pickling liquid coats the plums and gives them a slightly chewy texture.


Leonard Krider
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Easy to make and delicious! I used a variety of plums, including red, black, and yellow, and they all turned out great. The pickling liquid is flavorful and tangy, and the plums are the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making t


Marwa Chahbi
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These spicy pickled plums are a delightful treat! The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors is perfectly balanced, and the plums retain their lovely texture. I especially appreciate the use of fresh ginger and red pepper flakes, which add a w