Heritage Bread and Butter Pickle – Pickled Cucumber and Onions

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3

Heritage Bread and Butter Pickle - Pickled Cucumber and Onions recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

12g

Fat

Bread and butter pickles are a popular American pickle variety, often served as a simple side dish or used to add tang and sweetness to sandwiches and burgers. This heritage recipe adds a unique twist, with thinly sliced cucumbers and onions pickled in a sweet and tangy brine of malt vinegar and spices. The result is a crunchy and flavorful addition to any meal, perfect for summer picnics or backyard barbecues. While high in sugar, homemade pickles offer a healthier alternative to store-bought varieties that often contain artificial colors and preservatives.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and onions with the salt. Cover with ice and let sit for one hour.
2.	Drain the cucumbers and onions, rinsing to remove any excess salt.
3.	Combine the vinegar, sugar, celery seed, and mustard seeds in a large pot and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
4.	Add the cucumbers and onions to the pot, and bring back to a boil.
5.	Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
6.	Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
7.	Transfer the pickles to a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

PROS

This homemade pickle recipe is easy to make and a great way to add flavor to sandwiches, burgers, and more.

It can be adjusted to taste, with more or less sugar or spices used.

Pickles are a low-calorie snack that can be enjoyed guilt-free.

CONS

This recipe includes a high amount of added sugar.

The pickles also contain sodium from the salt used in the soaking process.

Pickling can reduce some of the nutrients in the vegetables, such as vitamin C.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pickles can be a good source of probiotics, which support digestive health and boost the immune system.
The vinegar used in pickling has been linked to lowering blood sugar levels, reducing inflammation, and aiding in weight loss.
The cucumbers and onions used in this recipe also contain vitamins and minerals like vitamin K and potassium.

	3 large cucumbers , thinly sliced
	3 large onions , peeled and thinly sliced
	3 tablespoons salt
	450 ml distilled malt vinegar
	150 g sugar
	1 teaspoon celery seed
	1 teaspoon mustard seeds