Description
A vibrant and tangy Vietnamese Vegetable Pickle Medley featuring crisp carrots, daikon radish, cucumber, and red bell pepper. These vegetables are pickled in a flavorful brine of vinegar, sugar, garlic, and optional chili for a refreshing side dish or condiment that perfectly complements many meals.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned
- 1 large daikon radish, peeled and julienned
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
Pickling Brine
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup white vinegar
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small chili, thinly sliced (optional for heat)
Garnish
- Fresh dill leaves
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Peel and julienne the carrots and daikon radish. Thinly slice the cucumber and red bell pepper. Place all the prepared vegetables into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Make the Pickling Brine: In a saucepan, combine the water, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and minced garlic. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt have fully dissolved.
- Add Spice (Optional): If desired, add the sliced chili to the brine and bring it to a gentle simmer for 1 to 2 minutes to infuse the heat into the liquid.
- Pickle the Vegetables: Carefully pour the hot pickling brine over the vegetables in the bowl. Stir gently to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated with the brine.
- Cool and Store: Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the pickled vegetables into a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, to develop the flavors.
- Serve: Before serving, garnish the pickled vegetable medley with fresh dill and mint leaves for added aroma and freshness.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use vegetables straight from the refrigerator.
- Adjust the sugar and salt levels in the brine according to your taste preference.
- The pickle medley can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Omit the chili for a mild version suitable for all palates.
- This pickle pairs excellently with grilled meats, sandwiches, and rice dishes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Pickling
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Keywords: Vietnamese pickles, vegetable pickle medley, daikon radish pickle, quick pickles, carrot pickle, cucumber pickles, easy pickling recipe
