From the book
Guides
The know-how behind the recipes, so you understand why a recipe works and not just what to do: how to can, how to ferment, how to store what you've made, and what to do when a jar goes wrong.
From Chapter 9
How to Can Pickles in a Water Bath, Step by Step
How to can pickles safely in a boiling water bath: sterilising jars, headspace, processing times, checking the seal, and which vinegar and salt to use.
- What equipment do you need for canning pickles?
- How do you can pickles in a water bath?
- How long do you process pickle jars?
- How much headspace should you leave in a pickle jar?
- How do you know if a jar has sealed?
- Do you have to sterilise jars for pickling?
- Is water-bath canning safe for all vegetables?
- Can I use any type of vinegar for pickling?
- Can I use table salt for pickling?
- Can I reuse pickle brine?
From Chapter 9
How to Make Fridge Pickles (No Canning Needed)
Refrigerator pickles need no canning: pack the jar, pour over the brine and chill. How to make them, how long they take, and how long they last.
- How do you make fridge pickles?
- How long do fridge pickles take to be ready?
- How long do fridge pickles last?
- Do fridge pickles need to be canned?
- What vegetables are good for fridge pickles?
- How long should I wait before eating my pickles?
From Chapter 4
How Does Lacto-Fermentation Work? The Basics for Pickles
How lacto-fermentation works, how long it takes, why salt and submersion matter, and when cloudy brine is normal - the basics behind sauerkraut and kimchi.
- How does lacto-fermentation work?
- What do you need to get right when fermenting?
- How long does fermentation take?
- Do fermented pickles need vinegar?
- What is the difference between pickling and fermenting?
- Why do you cover a fermenting jar with a cloth?
- Is cloudy brine normal when fermenting?
- What should I do if I find mould in my pickles?
From Chapter 9
How Long Do Homemade Pickles Last? Storage and Shelf Life
How long homemade pickles last and how to store them: up to a year when canned, 1-2 months once opened, 2-4 weeks for fridge pickles.
- How long do homemade pickles last?
- How should you store homemade pickles?
- Do pickles need to be refrigerated?
- How long do fridge pickles keep?
- How do you know if pickles have gone bad?
From Chapter 11
Pickle Troubleshooting: Mushy Pickles, Cloudy Brine and Off-Flavours
Why pickles go mushy, why brine turns cloudy, why pickles float, and what causes off-flavours - the common causes and how to fix each one.
- Why are my pickles mushy?
- Why is my pickle brine cloudy?
- Why do my pickles taste off?
- Why did my pickles float?
- Can I use regular cucumbers for pickles?
- Can I use tap water for pickling?
- What should I do if I find mould in my pickles?
- What are the best tips for better pickles?