Jul 17 2026
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House Pickles Recipe

Inspired by Bao
Time30m
Serves4

Choose from: Kimchi, Nuoc Cucumber, Shiitake, Red Onion

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Brine

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Clean and slice shiitake mushrooms. Peel and thinly slice the red onion.

Brine

  1. 2

    Make the Brine

    In a saucepan, combine water, distilled white vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic cloves, red pepper flakes, and ginger. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar and salt dissolve.

Pickling

  1. 3

    Combine and Refrigerate

    Place the prepared vegetables in a clean jar. Pour the hot brine over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged. Allow it to cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

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