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Pickling Spice Recipe

Aromatic homemade pickling spice blend for flavorful pickles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 810 pints
Course: Condiment, Seasoning
Cuisine: American
Calories: 10
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 tablespoons mustard seeds yellow or brown
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon dill seeds
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon whole allspice berries
  • 1 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
  • 4 to 5 dried bay leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger optional, adds warmth

Equipment

  • Small dry skillet or heavy-bottomed pan
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small spoon for stirring
  • Airtight glass jar or spice container
  • Wooden spoon
  • Optional: spice grinder or mortar and pestle

Method
 

  1. Measure out each whole spice carefully using measuring spoons.
  2. Inspect each spice for freshness by giving them a sniff.
  3. Pour all whole spices (except bay leaves and ground ginger) into your dry skillet.
  4. Toast the spices over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Cool the toasted spices on a clean plate or shallow bowl for 2 minutes.
  6. Crumble the dried bay leaves into smaller pieces and add them to your airtight jar.
  7. Combine toasted spices and bay leaf pieces in your airtight jar, adding ground ginger if using.
  8. Seal the jar tightly and label it with the date. Store in a cool, dark pantry.

Notes

Use this blend for pickling various vegetables or fruits.