Pickled Okra

ACTIVE: 30 MIN
TOTAL TIME: 40 MIN
SERVINGS: 2 pints

•FAST
•HEALTHY
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These zippy okra pickles are terrific additions to cocktails, especially vodka martinis and Bloody Marys. The dried chiles here give the okra a slight kick; if you prefer spicier pickles, add another chile or two to each jar.

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1 pound okra, trimmed
4 small dried red chiles
2 bay leaves
2 garlic cloves, halved
1 teaspoon dill seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt

Pack the okra, chiles, bay leaves and garlic cloves into 2 sterilized, 1-pint canning jars. Add half of the dill seeds, coriander seeds and peppercorns to each jar.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, vinegar and salt and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Pour the brine over the okra, leaving a 1/2 inch of space at the top. Close the jar with lids and rings.
To process, boil the jars at 212° for 10 minutes (see Canning 101). Let cool to room temperature and serve immediately or store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening.

Pickled Okra

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