Here’s what to know about saving pickle juice.
So, can you reuse pickle brine?
Absolutely yes, you’ve got the option to reuse pickle brine, says Phillip Bec ofMcClures Pickles.
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Mark Hungarland, the co-founder ofDoux South Pickles, agrees.
“We have always encouraged our customers to reuse our brines,” Hungarland tellsSouthern Living.
“It is such a waste to dump the brine after the pickles are gone.”
Phillip Bec is the Sales Manager of McClures Pickles.
Mark Hungardland is the co-founder of Doux South Pickles.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Is It OK To Reuse Pickle Brine?
Yes, you could reuse pickle brine.
From what it is to how to use, here’s what to know about leftover pickle juice.
What Is Pickle Brine?
Pickle brine is the liquid used to preserve pickles and began long before refrigeration was an option.
Classic pickle brine recipes use white vinegar, white sugar, kosher salt, and water.
What Does Pickle Brine Do?
This negates any probiotics or beneficial bacteria found in cold packed or barrel aged pickles.
How To Reuse Pickle Brine
Pickle brine can be reused in a number of differentand deliciousways.
It can be a great addition topotato salador hummus, Bec says.
“Pickle brine can be used as an additive toBloody Marymix, he says.
Or you’ve got the option to use it for a Pickleback shot.
Does Pickle Brine Go Bad?
If pickle brine preserves the food, then it makes sense it should last.
But does pickle brine ever go bad?
The short answer is yes, pickle brine will eventually go bad.
All items have a shelf life,” Bec says.
