Breastfeeding Friendly Bread and Butter Pickles
Crunchy, tangy, and just sweet enough, these homemade bread and butter pickles are the kind of condiment that makes everything taste better — burgers, sandwiches, cheese boards, or eaten straight from the jar. The brine comes together with a simple mix of white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and warm spices like mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric, giving each slice that classic sweet-sour depth without any mystery additives. When you're nursing, knowing exactly what's going into your food matters, and making pickles from scratch means no hidden preservatives or artificial ingredients to second-guess. The optional red pepper flakes let you dial the heat up or down depending on your preference and comfort level. Salting the cucumbers first draws out excess moisture so the slices stay satisfyingly crisp once they hit the brine — a small step that makes a big difference in texture. These come together with minimal effort and keep in the fridge, so you'll have a flavorful, wholesome condiment ready to reach for all week long.
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8 servings
- 1 ½ lbs english cucumbers (about 2 medium), sliced ¼-inch thick
- 1 small yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
For the brine
- 1 cup white wine vinegar
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- ½ tsp celery seeds
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sliced cucumbers and onion in a large bowl. Sprinkle with the kosher salt, toss to coat, and let stand for 1 hour at room temperature until the cucumbers have released their liquid and softened slightly.
- 2
Drain the cucumbers and onion in a colander, rinse briefly under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Pack them tightly into two clean pint-sized mason jars.
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