I have used wild grape leaves in the past, but that didn't always result in a crispy crunchy pickle. Now I use 1/4 tsp of calcium chloride per quart jar and always have a nice crunch. Real important to keep the pickles submerged, to keep any mold that might form off the body of ...
Of course, you should not forget about dill seeds (or dill umbrellas) - they’re what gives this crunchy delight of summer its unique dacha flavor of pickled cucumbers, in contrast to store-bought pickles. For me, there’s nothing better than to serve such fragrant, spicy, crunchy pickles ...
Keep them tangy and crunchy for longer by always using a clean spoon or fork. And like many perishables, if you keep your pickles in the fridge door, you might expose them to too many changes in temperature. This is especially important for unpasteurized pickles, which can upset the balanc...
It may be cute starting out, but they get messy fast. If you must, put out one nice cheese—sliced in advance if it’s hard, alongside a spreader if it’s soft—and arrange it with some crackers. Or, assemble a platter of charcuterie and pickles. Don’t be afraid to think simple:...
sweetness. It also contributes to these juicy and crunchySuper-Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwiches. But you don't need to limit yourself to meat. If you have a jar of dill pickles, use the juice to give slabs of extra-firm tofu a quick soak, like in this recipe for aCrispy Fried Tofu ...
to pressure. (it depends on size, small beans cook faster) Make sure they are not crunchy inside and are cooked through. Since each bean has a different size, the cooking times will vary. You can add salt or additional seasonings if desired part way through cooking, but this is optional...
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Have you ever eaten a slightly tough, crunchy cornbread and wondered what makes it so different from soft, fluffy traditional cornbread? You might have been enjoying what is known as hot water cornbread, and it’s a Southern United States staple that is popular throughout much of that region...
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and to appeal to all five senses. Take the simple bento box: It might include pickles brightened with rice vinegar, rich miso soup, dashi-simmered vegetables, a piece of crispy fried chicken or sticky teriyaki salmon, and steamed white rice with a sprinkling of crunchy toasted black sesame ...