Pickle Juice Recipe

Here’s a simple and flavorful Pickle Juice Recipe, perfect for making your own brine for pickles or as a tangy drink.

Pickle Juice Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 2 tablespoons salt (pickling salt or kosher salt)
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
• 2 cloves garlic (smashed)
• 1 teaspoon dill seeds (or fresh dill)
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Brine

1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, vinegar, salt, and sugar (if using).
2. Stir over medium heat until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. Remove from heat.

Step 2: Add Flavorings

1. Add the garlic, dill seeds, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes to the brine.
2. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 3: Cool the Brine

1. Let the brine cool down to room temperature before using it to pickle vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, or onions.
2. If using for drinking or as a recovery drink, chill the pickle juice in the fridge.

Step 4: Store and Use

1. Store the pickle juice in a jar or bottle in the refrigerator. It can be used for pickling, as a marinade, or as a tangy drink.

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Uses for Pickle Juice:

• Pickling: Use the brine to pickle cucumbers or other vegetables.
• Sports Recovery Drink: Pickle juice is rich in electrolytes and can help prevent cramps.
• Marinade: Use it to marinate meats or add to salad dressings for extra tang.

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This pickle juice recipe is versatile and packed with flavor, perfect for both pickling and refreshing drinks!