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Pickled Peaches

Pickled Peaches

Learn how to make delicious pickled peaches with our simple recipe! Enjoy the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess in every bite.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Preserves
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 ripe but firm peaches (peeled and sliced or halved)
  • 1 ½ cups white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar for a milder flavour)
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4-5 whole cloves
  • 1 star anise (optional)
  • 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (sliced, optional)
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1-2 small chilli peppers (optional, for a spicy kick)

Instructions
 

  • Wash and peel the peaches. To make peeling easier, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to an ice bath.
  • Slice the peaches into wedges or leave them in halves, depending on your preference. Remove the pits.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, ginger, peppercorns, and chilli peppers (if using).
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • Reduce the heat and let the brine simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavours to infuse.
  • Sterilize your canning jars and lids by boiling them in water for 10 minutes or running them through a dishwasher cycle.
  • Pack the peach slices or halves tightly into the sterilized jars.
  • Carefully pour the hot pickling brine over the peaches, ensuring they are fully submerged. Leave about ½ inch of headspace at the top of the jar.
  • Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth to remove any spills.
  • Seal the jars with the lids and bands.
  • Let the jars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. For longer storage, process the jars in a water bath canner for 10 minutes.
  • Let the pickled peaches sit for at least 24 hours (or up to a week) to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Serve as a condiment with roasted meats, cheese platters, or enjoy them on their own as a tangy-sweet treat.
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