Description
Spicy Garlic & Dill Pickled Beans offer a zesty crunch that brightens up any meal. This recipe combines the bold flavors of garlic and chili with fresh green beans, creating a delightful side dish or snack perfect for picnics, barbecues, or just as a tasty treat at home. With a simple preparation method, you can enjoy these pickled beans year-round. Their vibrant taste and crunchy texture make them a standout addition to cheese platters, salads, or sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4½ lbs green beans
- 3 Tbsp pickling salt
- 3 cups water
- 3 cups white vinegar
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1½ tsp dried chili flakes (or fresh/dried chili peppers)
- 6 heads of dill seed
Instructions
- Set up your canner with water and clean your jars.
- Wash and trim the green beans, cutting them to fit in the jars.
- In a large saucepan, boil pickling salt, water, and vinegar until dissolved.
- Pack jars with garlic, chili flakes, and dill heads followed by green beans.
- Fill each jar with hot brine, leaving ½ inch headspace.
- Remove air bubbles, wipe rims, and seal jars.
- Process in boiling water for 10 minutes before cooling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 525mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of chili used. Ensure proper sterilization of jars to prevent spoilage.