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Homemade Green Olives in Brine

Cultural Context

Homemade green olives in brine have roots in Mediterranean cuisine, where preserving olives is a time-honored tradition. This method allows for the development of complex flavors over time, making them a staple in antipasti platters and as snacks. Today, variations exist worldwide, with different spices and herbs reflecting local tastes.

MediterraneanITother
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2kg green olives
200g coarse salt
2 liters water
200ml olive oil
200ml white vinegar
fresh garlic
wild fennel
bay leaves

green olives

salt

vinegar

olive oil

1

Wash the olives well and leave them to soak in a container filled with water for about 2 weeks, changing the water once a day.

2

After two weeks, prepare the brine by boiling 2 liters of water and adding 200g of salt until dissolved.

3

Turn off the stove and let the brine cool down.

4

Drain the olives and place them in sterilized glass jars.

5

Add garlic, wild fennel, and bay leaves to the jars.

6

Add 200ml of white vinegar and 200ml of olive oil to the jars.

7

Top the jars with the prepared brine, ensuring the olives are fully submerged.

8

Apply lids and store the jars in a cool, dry, dark place.

9

Wait about 3 months before consuming them.

Cooking Techniques

pickling

Equipment Needed

sterilized glass jarscontainerpot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Brined Green OlivesPickled Green Olives
Local Name: Olive verdi homemade in salamoia

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