Pickled strawberries are the perfect addition to salads, cocktails, cheese boards, and more.
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Sweet-tart pickled strawberries brighten upsalads,cocktails, and cheese boards.
you could use any fresh berry variety you like.
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Other options that we recommend include blackberries and raspberries.
In fact, why not whip up aberry trifectaand make all three?
Learn how to make pickled strawberries.
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Use clear canning jars to ensure you don’t miss out on the stunning color coming from these beauties.
What Do Pickled Strawberries Taste Like?
Pickled strawberries strike a great balance between sweet, tangy, and acidic.
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If you’ve had a salad with strawberries and a balsamic vinaigrette, the flavor will be familiar.
The ripe, sweet strawberries are the perfect contrast to a vinegar solution sweetened with honey.
Ingredients for Pickled Strawberries
Just eight ingredients are needed for this unexpected condiment that’s surprisingly versatile.
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Bring to a boil, stirring often until honey is dissolved.
Cool liquid:
Remove from heat; stir in ice cubes.
Pour room temperature vinegar mixture evenly over fruit.
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Cover; refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 2 days.
Thaw before pickling, but note that the berries may have a softer texture than their fresh counterparts.
Underripe strawberries will result in tasty pickled berries.
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Depending on their tartness, you may need to adjust the sugar quantity to balance their flavor.
Due to their relatively low acidity, these strawberries may not be suitable for hot water bath canning methods.
They’re best stored in the refrigerator and used quickly.
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