Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa Cuchara12 Month Jamón Serrano Recipe

12 Month Jamón Serrano Recipe

Inspired by La Cuchara
Time2h
Serves8

Housemade Pickles

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Brine

Method

Preparation of Vegetables

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash the cucumbers, carrots, and red onions thoroughly. Cut the cucumbers into spears or slices, the carrots into matchsticks, and slice the red onions thinly.

  2. 2

    Prepare Garlic

    Peel the garlic cloves and set aside whole or slightly crushed, depending on your preference.

Making the Brine

  1. 3

    Mix the Brine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine the water, white vinegar, salt, sugar, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, dill seeds, and bay leaves.

  2. 4

    Heat the Brine

    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the salt and sugar are dissolved.

  3. 5

    Cool the Brine

    Once boiling, remove from heat and let the brine cool to room temperature.

Canning the Pickles

  1. 6

    Pack the Vegetables

    In sterilized jars, pack the prepared cucumbers, carrots, red onions, and garlic cloves tightly.

  2. 7

    Add the Brine

    Pour the cooled brine over the packed vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged. Leave about half an inch of headspace at the top of each jar.

  3. 8

    Seal the Jars

    Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth and seal with sterilized lids.

Refrigeration

  1. 9

    Refrigerate

    Place the sealed jars in the refrigerator and allow them to pickle for at least 48 hours before consuming for the best flavor.

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