Mary Berry Piccalilli Recipe
Directions
- 1Place all the chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- 2Sprinkle over the salt, toss to coat, and let sit for 2 hours to remove excess moisture.
- 3Rinse thoroughly under cold water and drain well in a colander.
- 4In a saucepan, heat the vinegar and sugar over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- 5Add the mustard powder, turmeric, ground ginger, and mustard seeds, stirring well.
- 6Simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
- 7In a small bowl, mix the cornflour with water to form a smooth paste.
- 8Slowly whisk the cornflour paste into the vinegar mixture, stirring continuously until it thickens.
- 9Simmer for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- 10Add the drained vegetables to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly in the mustard sauce.
- 11Cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined but still crisp.
- 12Spoon the hot piccalilli into sterilized jars, pressing the vegetables down gently to remove air pockets.
- 13Seal the jars tightly and let them cool at room temperature.
- 14Store in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before opening to allow the flavors to develop.
- 15Once matured, serve with cold meats, cheeses, pies, or sandwiches.
- 16Keep it in the refrigerator after opening it, and consume it within 1-2 months.
Ingredients
- 1 small Cauliflower, cut into florets
- 150 g Small Onions or Shallots, peeled & quartered
- 100 g Green Beans, chopped into small pieces
- 2 Carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 Cucumber, deseeded and diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, finely chopped, optional
- 2 tbsp Salt
- 500 ml White Wine Vinegar
- 200 g Granulated Sugar
- 2 tbsp English Mustard Powder
- 1 tbsp Turmeric
- 2 tbsp Cornflour, mixed with 4 tbsp water
- 1 tsp Ground Ginger
- 1 tbsp Crushed Mustard Seeds
Equipment
Large mixing bowlLarge saucepanWooden spoonColanderSterilized jars
Tips
- Don t Skip the Salting Step It helps keep the vegetables crunchy.
- Use a Non-Reactive Pan Stainless steel or enamel prevents vinegar reactions.
- Let It Mature The flavors improve after a few weeks.
- Adjust Sweetness & Spice Add more sugar for a milder taste or extra mustard for a spicier kick.
- Sterilize Jars Properly Ensures a longer shelf life.
- Spicier Piccalilli Add ½ tsp chili flakes or cayenne pepper.
- Sweeter Version Increase the sugar by 2-3 tbsp.
- Mild Piccalilli Reduce the mustard powder for a less intense flavor.
- Extra Crunchy Version Use more carrots and green beans.
- Dairy-Free & Vegan-Friendly Naturally suitable for all diets.
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