BEST Quick Pickled Green Tomatoes Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds green tomatoes, quartered
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
• 1 quart-sized canning jar with lid, sterilized
• 1 cup distilled white vinegar (5% acidity)
• 1 cup water
• 2 Tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 Tablespoon sugar
• 1 Tablespoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon pink peppercorns (can substitute with more black peppercorns)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 2 bay leaves, crumbled

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the pickling seasoning first. Combine the mustard...: Prepare the pickling seasoning first. Combine the mustard seeds, black peppercorns, pink peppercorns, dried dill, ground coriander, and crumbled bay leaves in a small bowl. Mix and set aside.

2. 2

   Clean and quarter the green tomatoes, then place...: Clean and quarter the green tomatoes, then place the quartered tomatoes and crushed garlic in your clean quart-sized jar, leaving about 1/2” of space at the top.

3. 3

   In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar,...: In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, kosher salt, and sugar. Heat this mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.

4. 4

   Add the prepared pickling seasoning to the saucepan...: Add the prepared pickling seasoning to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil. After boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat.

5. 5

   Pour the hot pickling liquid over the tomatoes...: Pour the hot pickling liquid over the tomatoes and garlic in your jar. Make sure that the ingredients are submerged under the liquid and leave about 1/2” of space at the top of the jar. Tap the jar lightly on the counter to help any air bubbles escape.

6. 6

   Secure the lid on the jar and allow...: Secure the lid on the jar and allow it to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, place the jar in the refrigerator.

7. 7

   Let the pickles rest for at least 24...: Let the pickles rest for at least 24 hours before eating to allow the flavors to fully meld together, but it’s even better after a few days.