Crunchy Sake Pickles

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
45%
Crunchy Sake Pickles
45 min.
2
345kcal

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If you’re looking to elevate your snack game or add a vibrant touch to your meals, these Crunchy Sake Pickles are the perfect solution! Combining the crispness of fresh vegetables with the unique flavors of sake and seasoned rice vinegar, this recipe is not just easy to make but also a delight for your taste buds. Perfectly crunchy yet tangy, these pickles offer a refreshing bite that pairs wonderfully with various dishes or can be enjoyed on their own.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its versatility. It caters to various dietary needs, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. The use of colorful vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, and radishes, alongside aromatic shiso or basil leaves, adds not only flavor but also a beautiful presentation to your table. Plus, the light, citrusy zing from the ginger combined with the heat of Fresno chiles provides a surprising kick that keeps you reaching for more.

With a quick preparation time and the ability to plan ahead—these pickles can be made up to a week in advance—this recipe is a must-try for anyone who appreciates the joys of pickling. So, roll up your sleeves, grab your favorite vegetables, and dive into the world of homemade crunchy pickles!

Ingredients

  • large basil thinly sliced
  •  pepper flakes red cut into 1/2" rings
  • teaspoon ginger finely grated peeled
  • 1.5 tablespoons kosher salt 
  • pounds savory vegetable mixed english such as 4x1/2" spears of hothouse or persian cucumbers, 4x1/4" spears of peeled carrots, and quartered radishes
  • tablespoons rice wine 
  • tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 
  • teaspoons sesame seed 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • colander
  • canning jar

Directions

  1. Toss 2 pounds mixed vegetables,such as 4x1/2" spears ofEnglish hothouse or Persiancucumbers, 4x1/4" spears ofpeeled carrots, and quarteredradishes, with 1 1/2 tablespoons koshersalt in a large wide nonreactivebowl. Press plastic wrap onsurface of vegetables.
  2. Placea small plate over, then weighdown with two 28-ounce cans (suchas canned tomatoes).
  3. Let standat room temperature for 2 hours.
  4. Remove cans, plate, andplastic wrap; transfer vegetablesto a colander. Rinse well withcold water.
  5. Transfer drainedvegetables to a large bowl.
  6. Add8 thinly sliced shiso or largebasil leaves, 1 red Fresno chileor jalapeño cut into 1/2" rings,3 tablespoons sake, 2 tablespoons seasonedrice vinegar, 2 teaspoons sesameseeds, and 1 teaspoon finely gratedpeeled ginger. Toss to coat;cover and refrigerate, tossingoccasionally, for at least 1 hour.DO AHEAD: Pickles can be made1 week ahead. Keep chilled,tossing occasionally.
  7. To serve, use a slotted spoonto transfer vegetables frompickling liquid to large mugs,mason jars, or bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein18.1%
Fat8.8%
Carbs73.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
130
Glycemic Load
20.17
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
29.955217480659%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:344.96kcal
17.25%
Fat:3.47g
5.34%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.72%
Carbohydrates:64.86g
21.62%
Net Carbohydrates:46.09g
16.76%
Sugar:1.23g
1.36%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5448.73mg
236.9%
Alcohol:3.62g
100%
Alcohol %:0.86%
100%
Protein:16.06g
32.12%
Vitamin A:23332.2IU
466.64%
Vitamin C:79.84mg
96.78%
Fiber:18.76g
75.05%
Manganese:1.24mg
62.05%
Vitamin B1:0.59mg
39.08%
Folate:139.85µg
34.96%
Magnesium:124.16mg
31.04%
Vitamin B3:6.07mg
30.36%
Potassium:1059.32mg
30.27%
Phosphorus:293.1mg
29.31%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.46%
Iron:4.96mg
27.56%
Copper:0.55mg
27.4%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.2%
Zinc:2.29mg
15.27%
Calcium:144.37mg
14.44%
Vitamin K:9.79µg
9.32%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.91%
Selenium:3.04µg
4.34%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.17%
Source:Epicurious