How to Make Crisp Pickled Green Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a tasty and crunchy snack or a zesty addition to your charcuterie board? Look no further than these crisp pickled green beans! This recipe is a great way to preserve your summer harvest or simply elevate your appetizer game. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a delicious and tangy snack that is sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned pickling pro or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and yields delic...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups distilled white vinegar
  • 2 cups water
  • ¼ cup salt
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • 2 ½ pounds fresh green beans
  • 6 large sprigs dill
  • ¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 14 days 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 14 days 8 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 6 (1/2-pint) jars

  • Inspect six 1/2-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  • While the jars are bring sterilized, stir together vinegar, water, and salt in a large saucepan. Add garlic and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  • Trim green beans to 1/4-inch shorter than the jars.
  • Remove jars from simmering water. Place 1 sprig of dill and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes in each jar. Pack in green beans standing on end.
  • Ladle boiling brine (leave out garlic) into the jars, filling within 1/4-inch of the tops. Seal jars with lids and rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a simmer (do not boil), cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  • Remove jars from the stockpot and cool to room temperature, 8 to 12 hours. Test jars for a good seal by pressing on the center of the lid — it should not move.
  • Let green beans ferment for 2 to 3 weeks in a cool, dark space before eating.
  • Nutrition

    8 cal.

    • Sodium: 2mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 55mg