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Pickled Celery

Quick and Spicy Pickled Celery for a Zesty Snack Twist

This Quick and Spicy Pickled Celery recipe transforms your ordinary snack into a vibrant delight with a perfect zesty flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 cup white vinegar A classic tangy component, perfect for that pickled celery flavor you crave.
  • 1 cup water Helps balance the vinegar, ensuring your brine has just the right acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon salt Essential for enhancing flavor and keeping your celery crispy during the pickling process.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar A touch of sweetness can help temper the tang.
For the Celery
  • 4 stalks celery Fresh, firm stalks are key to ensuring a crunchy, satisfying pickle.
For Extra Spice
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Sprinkle in for that spicy kick.
  • 2 cloves garlic Provides aromatic depth.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Jar

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine equal parts of white vinegar and water, along with salt and optional sugar. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm, stirring occasionally until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved.
  2. Wash your fresh celery stalks thoroughly under cold water. Cut the celery into sticks or spears.
  3. Pack the cut celery pieces tightly inside a clean, dry jar, standing them upright if possible.
  4. Carefully pour the hot brine over the packed celery in the jar, ensuring every piece is fully submerged.
  5. Seal the jar tightly with a lid and place it in the refrigerator. Allow your pickled celery to chill and pickle for at least 1-2 hours.
  6. Once the pickling time is complete, your Quick and Spicy Pickled Celery is ready to enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, keeping celery submerged in brine for maximum freshness.

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