Patti's Sweet Sour Pickles

Indulge in the perfect balance of tangy and sweet with Patti's Sweet Sour Pickles, a homemade delight that’s surprisingly simple to prepare. Crafted with crunchy pickling cucumbers and a vibrant brine of white vinegar, granulated sugar, and aromatic spices like mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric, these pickles deliver a satisfying depth of flavor with every bite. Enhanced with thinly sliced garlic and optional sprigs of fresh dill, they’re ideal as a snack, sandwich topper, or zesty side dish. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a short wait for the flavors to meld, these pickles are a must-try for lovers of homemade condiments. Perfect your pantry game with this easy sweet and sour pickle recipe today!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 10 pieces Cucumber (small pickling cucumbers)
• 2 cups White vinegar
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Salt (non-iodized, pickling or kosher salt preferred)
• 2 teaspoons Yellow mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (sliced thinly)
• 3 sprigs Fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds or spears according to your preference.

Step 2

Prepare a large heat-safe jar or several smaller mason jars for the pickles by washing them with hot, soapy water and allowing them to dry completely.

Step 3

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine white vinegar, granulated sugar, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Do not let the liquid come to a boil.

Step 4

Add mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric powder, and sliced garlic cloves to the saucepan. Stir to incorporate the spices evenly. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the brine cool slightly for 5-10 minutes.

Step 5

Pack the sliced cucumbers tightly into the prepared jars, leaving a small amount of headspace at the top.

Step 6

Carefully pour the warm brine over the cucumbers, making sure they are fully submerged. Divide the spices and garlic evenly among the jars, if needed.

Step 7

If desired, add a sprig of fresh dill to each jar for added flavor and visual appeal.

Step 8

Seal the jars with airtight lids and allow them to cool to room temperature on the countertop for about an hour.

Step 9

Refrigerate the jars for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to marinate and develop. For best results, wait 2-3 days.

Step 10

Enjoy your sweet and sour pickles as a topping, side, or snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1586.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1359.2

Total Fat 2.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 11680.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 309.4g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.3mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1304.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.9%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 96.3%