Lupin Free Quick Pickled Cauliflower
Tangy, golden, and just a little bit spicy, this pickled cauliflower is the kind of condiment that makes everything else on the plate taste better. The brine comes together fast — apple cider vinegar, turmeric, mustard seeds, and garlic hit the heat and transform into something deeply aromatic before you even get the jar packed. Lupin flour and lupin-based additives have a sneaky way of showing up in processed condiments and pickled goods, so making your own from scratch with straightforward pantry staples is a genuinely smart move. Every ingredient here is clean and easy to verify, which means you can load up your jar without second-guessing the label. The cauliflower stays satisfyingly crisp after a quick chill, and the optional dill and red pepper flakes let you dial the flavor up or down to suit your crowd. Pile it onto grain bowls, tuck it into sandwiches, or serve it alongside grilled meats — it earns its place at the table every single time.
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6 servings
- 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 lb), cut into small florets
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- ½ tsp black peppercorns
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pack the cauliflower florets and sliced garlic tightly into a clean 1-quart jar or airtight container.
- 2
Combine the apple cider vinegar, water, salt, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, turmeric, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until the salt dissolves. Bring to a full boil.
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