{"id":"5e734976-f61a-47b8-ad73-99bc65c8a44a","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/5e734976-f61a-47b8-ad73-99bc65c8a44a","source_url":"https://www.therusticelk.com/pickled-green-tomatoes/","title":"Pickled Green Tomatoes (Quick or Canned)","description":"These tart, crunchy pickled green tomatoes are the perfect end-of-season preserve. Make a small batch of refrigerator pickles or water bath can them to enjoy all winter. Choose from two brines... classic garlic dill or old-fashioned bread & butter. Tangy, salty, and wildly good.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6 servings","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT15M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.therusticelk.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/pickled-green-tomatoes-recipe-jars-720x720.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"5 Pounds Green Tomatoes","item":"Green Tomatoes","quantity":5,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 Cup Onion Slices (optional)","item":"Onion Slices","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"3 Cups Distilled White Vinegar","item":"Distilled White Vinegar","quantity":3,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"3 Cups Water","item":"Water","quantity":3,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/3 Cup Pickling Salt","item":"Pickling Salt","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Pickle Crisp, divided, optional for canning","item":"Pickle Crisp, divided","preparation":"optional for canning"},{"text":"3 ½ tablespoon Dill Seeds (or add one sprig to each jar when packing)","item":"Dill Seeds","quantity":3.5,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"or add one sprig to each jar when packing"},{"text":"6 Garlic Cloves, peeled, crushed","item":"Garlic Cloves, peeled","quantity":6,"preparation":"crushed"},{"text":"2 teaspoon Black Peppercorn","item":"Black Peppercorn","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ Cup Granulated Sugar","item":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 teaspoon Pickling Spice","item":"Pickling Spice","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 teaspoon Mustard Seed","item":"Mustard Seed","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 3/4 Cup Granulated Sugar","item":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":1.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 1/2 tablespoon Celery Seeds","item":"Celery Seeds","quantity":1.5,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3 tablespoon Yellow Mustard Seed","item":"Yellow Mustard Seed","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder","item":"Turmeric Powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon Allspice Berries","item":"Allspice Berries","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon Whole Cloves","item":"Whole Cloves","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Pickle Crisp (⅛ teaspoon per pint jar)","item":"Pickle Crisp","preparation":"1/8 teaspoon per pint jar"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Wash your jars and lids. Hot soapy water or a spin through the dishwasher. No need to sterilize for fridge pickles.","section":"For Refrigerator Pickles"},{"number":2,"text":"Make your brine. In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt, sugar, and your chosen spices. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.","section":"For Refrigerator Pickles"},{"number":3,"text":"Prep the veggies. Cut tomatoes into wedges or chunks. Slice onion. Peel garlic, if using.","section":"For Refrigerator Pickles"},{"number":4,"text":"Pack the jars. Tuck tomatoes, onion, and garlic (if using) into clean jars, packing tightly but not crushing.","section":"For Refrigerator Pickles"},{"number":5,"text":"Add hot brine. Pour over the veggies, leaving about ½ inch headspace. Let cool completely, then lid and refrigerate.","section":"For Refrigerator Pickles"},{"number":6,"text":"Wait 1–3 days. Flavor deepens with time. Eat within 1 month for best texture and taste.","section":"For Refrigerator Pickles"},{"number":7,"text":"Prep your jars and canner. Wash jars and lids. Heat jars in simmering water (180°F). Fill canner with water and heat.","section":"For Water Bath Canning:"},{"number":8,"text":"Make the brine. Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and spices in a pot. Bring to a boil and keep hot.","section":"For Water Bath Canning:"},{"number":9,"text":"Pack the jars. Fill hot jars with tomatoes, onion, and garlic/spices. Add optional Pickle Crisp.","section":"For Water Bath Canning:"},{"number":10,"text":"Add brine. Cover contents with hot brine, leaving ½ inch headspace. Remove bubbles and wipe rims. Apply lids and rings finger-tight.","section":"For Water Bath Canning:"},{"number":11,"text":"Process in water bath. Place jars in boiling water canner. Process pints for 15 minutes (adjust for altitude below). Let jars rest 5 minutes in the water, then remove.","section":"For Water Bath Canning:"},{"number":12,"text":"Cool and store. Let sit 12–24 hours. Remove rings, check seals, and store in a cool, dark place.","section":"For Water Bath Canning:"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T05:00:28.377991+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T05:00:28.377991+00:00"}