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Branston Pickle

Cultural Context

Branston Pickle originated in the UK in the early 1920s and has become a beloved condiment, often served with cheese and cold meats. It represents a quintessential aspect of British cuisine, showcasing the tradition of preserving vegetables. Today, it is enjoyed not only in the UK but also in various adaptations around the world, often as a sandwich spread or a side with ploughman's lunch.

BritishGBother
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
250 g carrots, peeled
3 small white turnips, peeled
10 big cloves of Garlic, peeled and crushed
1 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 cup prunes, chopped
1 cup raisins
1 medium cauliflower
2 large onions, peeled
2 apples, peeled and cored
2 courgettes, unpeeled
15 small cocktail gherkins
225 g dark muscovado sugar, brown sugar or jaggery
1 teaspoon sea salt
60 ml lemon juice
350 ml cider vinegar
200 ml Malt vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons black mustard seeds
4 small dried Chile de Árbol powdered in a coffee grinder or 1 scant tablespoon of mustard powder
1 heaped teaspoon ground allspice
A big grind of black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons of caramel colouring
1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder

malt vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while being healthier.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey can enhance flavor while brown sugar is often less expensive.

1

Combine all diced vegetables in a bowl.

2

In a saucepan, heat cider vinegar, malt vinegar, and dark muscovado sugar until dissolved.

3

Add sea salt, Worcestershire sauce, and spices to the vinegar mixture.

4

Stir in black mustard seeds and powdered Chile de Árbol or mustard powder.

5

Thicken the mixture with arrowroot powder, stirring until smooth.

6

Pour the hot mixture over the diced vegetables.

7

Mix well to ensure all vegetables are coated.

8

Transfer to sterilized jars while still warm.

9

Seal the jars and let cool to room temperature.

10

Store in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before using.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcookingpreserving

Equipment Needed

saucepanmixing bowljars

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

mustard

Also Known As

BranstonBranston Chutney

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