Vegetables (mix & match)
- 2 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
Brine
- 1½ cups vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 1½ cups water
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon black peppercorns
- Optional: garlic cloves, mustard seeds, chili flakes
Instructions
- Pack vegetables tightly into clean jars.
- Bring brine ingredients to a boil.
- Pour hot brine over veggies until fully covered.
- Let cool, close lids, refrigerate.
- Ready in 24 hours — better after 2–3 days.
Why people love these 💚
- Low-calorie & gut-friendly
- Crunchy, tangy, refreshing
- Perfect side for rice, grilled meats, sandwiches
- Great for weight-friendly meals
If you want, I can:
- Adjust it without sugar
- Make it spicy
- Share a long-term canning version
- Or match it to desi / Middle Eastern flavors
