13. Hjemmelaget hermetiserte sylteagurker

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while white vinegar is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides a natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: ground mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Ground mustard can provide similar flavor, while yellow mustard is often less expensive.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: garlic salt

Garlic powder offers convenience, while garlic salt can be more affordable.

Wash cucumbers and slice them into thin rounds or spears.

In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, sugar, and salt over medium heat until dissolved.

Add mustard seeds, dill, peppercorns, bay leaves, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, coriander seeds, cloves, and allspice to the mixture.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Place the cucumbers in sterilized jars, packing them tightly.

Pour the cooled brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged.

Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

For best flavor, allow the pickles to sit for a week before consuming.

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