Pickled Mushrooms Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In40 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings12
CuisineMethod
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Button mushrooms3 Pound
 Pickling salt1 Quart, mixed
 4 cloves garlic, peeled and bruised
 Bay leaves4
 Whole Cloves1 Teaspoon
 Peppercorns1 Teaspoon
 4 chili pequins (tiny hot dried red peppers)
 White vinegar1 Quart
 Olive oil1/4 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

Wash and sterilize 4 (1-pint) jars and closures, stand on a baking sheet, and keep hot in a 250° F. oven until needed.
Simmer mushrooms in brine, covered, 5 minutes, then drain.
Into each hot jar place 1 clove garlic, 1 bay leaf, 1/4 teaspoon each cloves and peppercorns, and 1 chili pequin.
Heat vinegar and oil to boiling in an enamel or stainless-steel saucepan, add mushrooms and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
Remove mushrooms with a slotted spoon and pack into jars, then pour in boiling vinegar mixture, filling to within 1/8" of tops.
Wipe rims and seal.
Cool, check seals, label, and store in a cool, dark, dry place 2-3 weeks before serving.
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